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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:24:52

St Louis (STL) to Chicago (MDW) Flights

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St. Louis Lambert International AirportChicago Midway International Airport
Distance
252 miles
Flight time
1h 5m
Time difference
MDW is 0h ahead
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Flights from St Louis to Chicago

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from STL to MDW on 2026-10-29
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06:30MDWCDT UTC−5$263.00One-way
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10:50STLCDT UTC−51h 10m
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12:00MDWCDT UTC−5$263.00One-way
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14:00STLCDT UTC−51h 5m
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15:05MDWCDT UTC−5$263.00One-way
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18:10STLCDT UTC−51h 5m
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19:15MDWCDT UTC−5$263.00One-way
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22:00STLCDT UTC−51h 10m
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23:10MDWCDT UTC−5$263.00One-way
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Flight route map

St Louis (STL) to Chicago (MDW) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from St Louis (STL), Missouri, to Chicago (MDW), Illinois, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 252 miles.

Departure
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · Missouri, United States · 38° 44' 55" N 90° 22' 12" W
Flight route
252 miles · 1h 5m
Direction
32.49° (NNE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 40.27472, longitude -89.09060, approximately 125.57 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
251.1 miles
Driving route
284 miles · 5 hr 43 min
Time difference
MDW is 0h ahead
Destination
Chicago Midway International Airport · Illinois, United States · 41° 47' 10" N 87° 45' 09" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
252 miles
Average flight time
1h 5m
Time difference
MDW is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from St Louis to Chicago is 32.49°, and the compass direction is NNE.

Airport information

St. Louis Lambert International Airport

St. Louis Lambert International Airport
St Louis, Missouri, United States
38° 44' 55" N, 90° 22' 12" W
Elevation: 618 ft (188 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in St Louis and Chicago?

Temperature unit:

STL · St Louis

66°FSunnyFeels like 64°F
Humidity
63%
Wind
8 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MDW · Chicago

53°FSunnyFeels like 51°F
Humidity
85%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 52°FMainly clear
Thu, Oct 2967°F | 51°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3060°F | 53°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3163°F | 53°FDense drizzle
Sun, Nov 160°F | 56°FModerate drizzle

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Everything you need to know for your flight from St Louis to Chicago

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Aug is lowest at USD 187. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 237, the difference is USD 50. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 59 on 2026-11-17, USD 204 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 263 on 2026-10-29 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.