Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): what you need to know
The timezone in St Louis is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Buffalo.
To ensure you get on your BUF to STL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BUF and STL include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight is $149. A round-trip ticket is currently $397. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BUF to STL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from BUF to STL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport, data shows 75.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Buffalo Niagara International Airport from central Buffalo, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BUF:
Arriving at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Book a hotel near STL if you have a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central St Louis. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to St Louis. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport for July if you want to explore St Louis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BUF to STL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen St Louis, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 418 kilometres north-east to Chicago to check off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for Indianapolis, about 370 kilometres east of St Louis. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are highlights.
