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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Typical prices: $332-$535
American Airlines
Sun 9/23Sat 9/29
SAT - STL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$327
Typical prices: $389-$618
Southwest
Tue 10/23Fri 10/26
SAT - STL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 06m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $242 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to St. Louis (SAT-STL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to St. Louis

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
7:28 am - 1:16 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:18 pm - 11:55 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
6h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$187American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
6:48 pm - 12:27 amSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:43 am - 10:01 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
4h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$187American Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
8:20 pm - 7:17 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:10 pm - 7:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
23h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$220Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
8:20 pm - 7:17 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 7:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
23h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$222Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 18
Frontier Logo
8:20 pm - 7:17 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 7:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
23h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$229Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:24 amSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:43 am - 10:01 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
4h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$262American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 7:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 05mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 11:55 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
2h 10mnonstop
$327Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 7:05 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 05mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 11:55 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
2h 10mnonstop
$327Southwest
Fri, Oct 9 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 10:30 pmSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:04 am - 4:31 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$342United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:10 amSAT  San Antonio-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
3:32 pm - 10:44 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SAT San Antonio
7h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$352United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to St. Louis flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Antonio to St. Louis?

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to St. Louis start at $187. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $332 to $535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $187 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to St. Louis?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to St. Louis, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to St. Louis?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to St. Louis at $313 round-trip.
  • November ($716) and June ($549) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 128% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Antonio to St. Louis

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAT

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for San Antonio to St. Louis flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$94
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Antonio to St. Louis

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Your San Antonio to St. Louis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Antonio to St. Louis flights?

    Among airlines operating San Antonio to St. Louis flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    Only Southwest operates flights between San Antonio and St. Louis.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    Flights from San Antonio to St. Louis usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Antonio to St. Louis flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Antonio to St. Louis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $242 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $478 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Antonio to St. Louis pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Antonio to St. Louis most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the San Antonio to St. Louis route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $491, a difference of $100. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from San Antonio to St. Louis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Antonio to St. Louis flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in St. Louis?

    Some of the most popular sights in St. Louis are Downtown St. Louis, Busch Stadium and Enterprise Center. These are among the most viewed places in St. Louis on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Antonio to St. Louis:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:40 am and lands at 8:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:05 pm and lands at 7:11 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 06m.

  • How long is a flight from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to St. Louis takes 2h 06m, covering 786 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from San Antonio to St. Louis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $187 to $1,133. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Antonio to St. Louis looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Antonio to St. Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $130, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Antonio to St. Louis?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 4h 45m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What car rental options are available at Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL)?

    Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Antonio to St. Louis flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to St. Louis range from $332 to $535, with an average of $404 over the past 12 months. Anything below $332 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Antonio to St. Louis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $391 - about $100 less than Monday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to St. Louis trip for February. Fares historically average $313 round-trip in that month - typically $403 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $242 round-trip on this route - about $236 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lambert-St Louis Airport.
    - MainStay Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport

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