Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport takes an average of 3 hours 32 minutes. The timezone in St Louis is UTC-5, so it's 2 hours ahead of San Diego.
For the first departure, jump on the 06:15 flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. If you want to go later, the last flight is at 20:55. With 8 weekly flights from SAN to STL, you can select the one that works best for you.
Popular months like July or vacation periods such as summer and spring break will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the SAN - STL route include:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is C$137. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$273. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from SAN to STL, reserve your journey 9 months before the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SAN to STL. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SAN:
Arriving at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to STL if you're on a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
From Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, St Louis is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 36 minutes.
When to fly to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to St Louis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in St Louis is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from SAN to STL in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about St Louis
Start your St Louis trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from SAN to STL, explore our hotel options including:
The Gateway Arch and Forest Park are a couple of big attractions to put on your St Louis itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out St. Louis Zoo.
Complete your St Louis trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your St Louis vacation.