Cheap Flights from St Louis to New York

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like St Louis to New York flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from St Louis to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

St Louis to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$311
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week272

Finding cheap flights from St Louis to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from St Louis to New York is $311. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from St Louis to New York.
Republic Airways, WestJet and Southwest Airlines fly direct from St Louis to New York.
As of April 2025, there are 315 flights per week flying from St Louis to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to New York is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from St Louis Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $311.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from St Louis Airport to New York on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

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.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from STL to New York. You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

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.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in New York and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one place to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to New York.

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