Travelling from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), the main airport in Columbus. Look for flights from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) that jet out of this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight.
St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Columbus.
The most popular route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). Take your pick of 10 direct services every week. Southwest Airlines operates a 6:25am departure between CMH and STL.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Columbus to STL. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Get there in one go from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Direct flights from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline operates services from CMH.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CMH to STL.
Southwest Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 81.17% of services arriving on schedule.
CMH is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
LCK is around 23 kilometres from central Columbus. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
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75% of flights departing Rickenbacker International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near STL instead:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight.
STL is located at 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 reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport is RM398. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM752. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Columbus to STL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to St Louis. July is when most people book flights from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Columbus to STL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in St Louis to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about St Louis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in St Louis right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Columbus to St Louis Lambert International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch are must-visits when exploring St Louis.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited St Louis, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres east to Evansville to tick off its popular sights. From Mesker Park Zoo to Riverfront Park and Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Columbia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres west of St Louis. No trip is complete without visiting Museum of Art and Archaeology, Mizzou Botanic Garden and Francis Quadrangle.
