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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from St Louis Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $315. 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 April.

Direct flights from St Louis to New York

St Louis to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$123
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineRepublic Airways
Average flights per week768

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 $246. 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 34 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 2026, there are 256 flights per week flying from St Louis to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from St Louis to New York is usually April.
If you're flying from St Louis Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $246.
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 Tuesday, 28 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 34 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 St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to New York: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York is 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is one hour ahead of St Louis.

  • St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the most traveled route, with 66 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from STL to LGA is with Southwest Airlines at 20:05. Go for the first departure with Delta Air Lines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your STL to New York flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Book a direct St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York ticket and avoid the hassle of switching planes. STL has nonstop flights to these New York airports:

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Popular carriers that operate direct flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York include:

  • STL is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near STL. Whether you have an early flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 76% of flights taking off from St Louis Lambert International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..

How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to New York

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York flight is $123. The cheapest price for a return flight is $246. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from STL to New York. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • Finding cheap tickets from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across the month and land an incredible deal.

  • There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from STL to New York.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from STL to New York.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.

  • After stepping off your STL to New York flight, unwind at a hotel near EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR will save you money.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York.

  • If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 55 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near LGA after your STL to New York flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:

  • If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks before your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.

  • The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • July is the most popular month for flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in December.

  • When booking your St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from STL to New York around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from St Louis Lambert International Airport to New York, explore our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top sights which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.

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