Flights from Chicago to St. Louis
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to St. Louis

Track economy fares on the ORD → STL route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
Chicago
ORD
To
St. Louis
STL

Route Intelligence: Chicago → St. Louis

Flight Duration

1 hr 15 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Jun-Aug

Top Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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Route Summary: Chicago → St. Louis

From
Chicago (ORD)
To
St. Louis (STL)
Duration
1 hr 15 min (Direct)
Airlines
American Airlines, United Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
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Route Briefing: Chicago to St. Louis

Spanning 258 miles in just 1 hour and 15 minutes, flying from Chicago to St. Louis is one of the quickest Midwest hops. American Airlines and United fly frequent daily nonstops between O'Hare and St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

St. Louis welcomes visitors with iconic landmarks, rich history, and world-class free attractions. Take the tram to the top of the 630-foot Gateway Arch for panoramic views of the Mississippi River, explore the free museums and zoo inside Forest Park, and let your imagination run wild at the eccentric City Museum. Don't leave without tasting crispy toasted ravioli on The Hill or enjoying slow-smoked St. Louis-style barbecue.

Economy fares under $110 roundtrip represent solid value, with standard tickets sitting between $150 and $230. Summer brings outdoor concerts, riverfront festivals, and Cardinals baseball games at Busch Stadium. Book 3 to 4 weeks in advance for the best economy fares.

How much are flights from Chicago to St. Louis in 2026?

Flight prices from Chicago (ORD) to St. Louis (STL) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include American Airlines, United Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track Chicago to St. Louis fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the ORD to STL route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full St. Louis destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: Chicago to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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