Flying from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). Explore the options for setting off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight.
St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
With 42 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from DCA to STL is with American Airlines at 10pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to STL, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during busy months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
American Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport leaving from DCA.
American Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from DCA to STL.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 73.1% of its services reaching their destination on time.
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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71% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport reach their destination on schedule.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) plane ticket out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to STL are available with United Airlines.
On the IAD to STL route, United is the preferred choice of many.
With 71.79% of services arriving as scheduled, United is the top on-time carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and St Louis Lambert International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to STL flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport can be booked from here.
Prepare for takeoff with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to STL plane tickets from BWI.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BWI and STL is Southwest Airlines.
With 79.19% of its services arriving as scheduled, Southwest Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Consider booking a hotel close to STL if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
Central St Louis is around 24 kilometres from St Louis Lambert International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Right now, Rs16,125 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs32,676. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to STL, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). Plan your visit to St Louis in December for a quieter experience.
When booking your Washington DC to STL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in St Louis, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about St Louis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in St Louis right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to St Louis Lambert International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in St Louis when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at The Gateway Arch followed by Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch.
Explore more of the United States
St Louis is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres east of St Louis, a visit to Evansville will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science.
Around 177 kilometres west of St Louis, Columbia is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museum of Art and Archaeology, Mizzou Botanic Garden and Francis Quadrangle.
