Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 41 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of St Louis, where Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located.
With 91 weekly flights between the two airports, Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from STL to LGA is with Southwest Airlines at 20:05.
To ensure you get on your flight from STL to New York, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Nonstop flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to New York are available for booking. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) will be your arrival point.
There's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York, including:
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Add them to your packing list once you've booked your cheap tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York.
STL is about 26 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 36 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near STL? If you've booked an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to New York
$149 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $311. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from STL to New York.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Book a hotel near EWR if you're catching a late flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near JFK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from STL to New York at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York. August is the most popular month to travel to New York. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from STL to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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