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Cheapest round-trip
$222
Typical prices: $295-$598
American Airlines
Sun 11/11Thu 11/15
SEA - STL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$354
Typical prices: $322-$614
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/24Wed 10/31
SEA - STL • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
At Seattle, Alaska’s self check-in can save time; arrive early for this route.
On Alaska, measure carry-on wheels carefully or you may pay to check bags.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 3h 59m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 45% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $243 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to St. Louis (SEA-STL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to St. Louis

Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
11:36 pm - 10:34 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$222American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
American Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 9:20 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:32 am - 2:52 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$222American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 9:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 10:15 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Sacramento Intl
$222Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 5:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
9h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 11:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$222Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 1:32 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 2:50 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
$222Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
11:10 pm - 9:49 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 11:59 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 24m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$222Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:24 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 12:59 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 54m1 stop San Francisco
$227United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
Frontier Logo
8:15 pm - 7:17 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
21h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 3:08 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$231Frontier
Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2
Frontier Logo
4:27 pm - 7:17 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
24h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:10 pm - 3:08 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
20h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$233Frontier
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:11 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
9h 11m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 11:16 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$286United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle to St. Louis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Seattle to St. Louis with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Seattle to St. Louis start at $222. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $295 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $222 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to St. Louis, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 46% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to St. Louis at $237 round-trip.
  • July ($532) and December ($523) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Seattle to St. Louis the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to St. Louis are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to St. Louis

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Yulia Denisyuk

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Seattle to St. Louis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$74
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
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Flights from Seattle to St. Louis: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Seattle to St. Louis 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2025
Give yourself extra time. Love the self check in options.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Feb 2024
Be sure to measure your wheels for carry on my luggage was the correct size but the wheels made it over so had to check my bag wasn't happy about that since you have to pay for checked should at least get one free.

Your Seattle to St. Louis flight questions, answered

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

  • Where can I find car rentals from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)?

    The use of car rentals is one of the most efficient methods of connecting travelers from STL Airport to the city center and St. Louis downtown. Car Rental Town-Saint Louis Airport is one car rental agency that provides affordable services to travelers arriving at STL Airport in St. Louis. This agency is located in STL Airport, along terminal 1.

  • How can I connect to St. Louis downtown from STL Airport?

    The use of the Metrolink bus system is the most efficient and inexpensive method of connecting travelers to St. Louis downtown from STL Airport. Travelers connecting to St. Louis downtown from STL Airport pay approximately $4.00 on Metrolink buses. Apart from buses, travelers can also use rental cars to connect to St. Louis downtown from STL Airport. Consider renting a car at Car Rental Town-Saint Louis Airport Agency.

  • Are there kid-friendly amenities on flights from Seattle to St. Louis?

    The availability of on-demand kid-friendly entertainment options on American Airlines makes it the most preferred airline for travelers flying from Seattle to St. Louis in the company of their kids. This airline offers free in-flight WI-FI services, which allows your kids to stream their favorite video games, TV shows, and music albums, eliminating boredom.

  • Which hotel can I stay in from STL Airport in St. Louis?

    There are several hotels where travelers landing at STL Airport can stay. One hotel that is easily accessible to travelers from STL Airport is the Quality Inn Airport. This hotel is located along Natural Bridge Rd, St. Louis, and it provides free airport shuttle services to customers.

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

    Among airlines operating Seattle to St. Louis flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Seattle to St. Louis?

    2 airlines operate flights between Seattle and St. Louis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flights from Seattle to St. Louis usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Southwest: 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 Seattle to St. Louis?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $243 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $454 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 Seattle to St. Louis?

    The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Seattle to St. Louis route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $361 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $627, a difference of $266. 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 Seattle to St. Louis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle to St. Louis flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon 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 Seattle to St. Louis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:03 am and lands at 12:02 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:08 pm and lands at 10:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 59m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to St. Louis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 47% above the route average of $428. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to St. Louis takes 3h 59m, covering 1,704 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 $217 to $2,166. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Seattle to St. Louis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $105, which is 60% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 33m, compared with 7h 10m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 25m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and St. Louis?

    St. Louis is 2 hours ahead of Seattle (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Seattle to St. Louis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to St. Louis range from $295 to $598, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $295 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Seattle to St. Louis flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Seattle to St. Louis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Seattle 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $361 - about $266 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to St. Louis trip for January. Fares historically average $237 round-trip in that month - typically $295 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $243 round-trip on this route - about $211 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.
    - Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Airport
    - Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel
    - DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Airport
  • Despite having other airports that serve similar flights from Seattle to St. Louis, like Renton Municipal Airport and King County International Airport, travelers from Seattle prefer using Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) as their departure airport to St. Louis. This airport is widely preferred due to the availability of several cheaper means of transport that connect travelers from the city center and Seattle downtown to the airport, such as taxis, buses, and airport shuttles.
  • Travelers who plan to catch the earliest flight that departs SEA Airport for St. Louis should consider spending their night in a nearby hotel. One hotel that guarantees travelers quick access to SEA Airport is the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. This hotel is located along International Blvd, Seattle, a 4min drive from SEA Airport and offers airport shuttle services.
  • Are you planning to travel from Seattle to St. Louis in the company of a person with reduced mobility? Worry no more. SEA Airport offers curb-to-aircraft services to persons with reduced mobility. All airlines serving flights from SEA Airport to St. Louis, like American Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Southwest, have deployed personnel across the airport to assist persons with reduced mobility.
  • Travelers who wish to shop before taking a flight from Seattle to St. Louis shouldn’t get worried. SeaTac Shopping Mall is one shopping mall that offers quality and affordable products to travelers flying from SEA Airport in Seattle. This shopping mall is located along International Blvd, SeaTac, just a walking distance from SEA Airport.
  • If you plan to take care of your stomach and have some rest as you wait for your flight from SEA Airport to St. Louis, consider visiting Dish D'lish Restaurant. Dish D'lish is one restaurant that offers the best food at an affordable price to travelers at SEA Airport as they wait for their flights to St. Louis.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to St. Louis?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Lambert-St Louis Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Lambert-St Louis to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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