Flying from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Check out your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) setting off from either of these bases.
Take off on a direct Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The timezone in St Louis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Columbus. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis.
You can pick from 8 direct services a week between John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL). This is the busiest route, with Southwest Airlines offering a 6:25am departure from CMH to STL.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Columbus to STL.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Get to your destination in one go from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Direct flights from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) are available from here.
When leaving from CMH, you can take a direct flight from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines from CMH to STL.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.38% of its services landing on schedule.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Columbus, CMH can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can arrive at LCK from central Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 26 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Columbus to STL flight at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.14%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
If you have a late flight from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near STL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond St Louis's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight.
The street address for STL is 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central St Louis. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Currently, 70 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 130 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Columbus to STL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL). Visit St Louis in April for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Columbus to STL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in St Louis, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about St Louis
Start your St Louis trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Columbus to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in St Louis when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for The Gateway Arch followed by Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch.
Explore more of the United States
St Louis is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres east of St Louis, a visit to Evansville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Zoological Society.
Around 177 kilometres west of St Louis, Columbia is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sentinel Park, Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bur Oak Brewing Company.
