Flying from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at San Jose's main airport, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out your options for booking a flight from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) departing from this terminal.
Take off on a direct San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 50 minutes.
St Louis is two hours ahead of San Jose. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from San Jose to STL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) leave from this terminal.
When jetting out of SJC, you can catch a direct flight from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between SJC and STL is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 89.8% of its services landing as scheduled.
Located around 6 kilometres from central San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when taking off from SJC.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near STL instead:
Hit the road running 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 main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to central St Louis is about 16 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
134 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. A return flight starts at 257 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Jose to STL.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to St Louis. July is when most people book flights from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
When booking your San Jose to STL plane ticket, consider the 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 San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about St Louis
Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring St Louis:
Your St Louis visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that are worth your time include The Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch.
Explore more of the United States
Evansville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of St Louis. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Zoological Society.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Columbia, about 177 kilometres west of St Louis. Sentinel Park, Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bur Oak Brewing Company are key reasons to visit.