Flying from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL): What you need to know
St Louis Lambert International Airport is located in St Louis. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is 14 hours behind Shanghai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to STL.
Travelling over a peak time like February? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Shanghai to STL that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PVG and STL include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG land on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to STL flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them arriving on schedule.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
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 Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near STL instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
At the moment, $1,419 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,707. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to STL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport ticket.
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Save money on your flight from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit St Louis. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Shanghai to STL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in St Louis to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport in January when temperatures are between -7ºC and 8ºC.
More about St Louis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in St Louis right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Shanghai to St Louis Lambert International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Gateway Arch, Saint Louis Arch and Museum at the Gateway Arch are must-do's during your St Louis adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Evansville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen St Louis. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science.
Around 177 kilometres west of St Louis, Columbia is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Museum of Art and Archaeology, Mizzou Botanic Garden and Francis Quadrangle.
