Travelling from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Tampa's main airport, Tampa International Airport (TPA). Check out your options for catching a flight from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) departing from this base.
Book a direct Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
St Louis is one hour behind Tampa. St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is Tampa International Airport (TPA) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). You can choose from 17 direct services each week.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Tampa to STL. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like March? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of TPA, you can take a direct flight from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Southwest Airlines between TPA and STL.
Southwest Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. An exceptional 80.91% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
TPA is around 11 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
78% of flights that take off from Tampa International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Tampa to STL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near STL instead:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight.
The address for STL is 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
From St Louis Lambert International Airport, central St Louis is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport is 60 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 123 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to STL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
December is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to St Louis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Tampa 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).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about St Louis
Start your St Louis trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to St Louis Lambert International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch are major attractions which should be on any well-planned St Louis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen St Louis, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres east to Evansville to check off its leading attractions. From Mesker Park Zoo to Riverfront Park and Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of St Louis, Columbia is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Art and Archaeology, Mizzou Botanic Garden and Francis Quadrangle.