Journey information
Overview: St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA flight
Distance 1560 miles (2512 km) |
Average flight duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€99) |
Flights per day 46 |
Fastest flight 5h 41m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 22:49 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA start from as low as $122 (€99) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $315 (€258) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$365
Average price
$366
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
2512 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA will cost around $366 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $365.
Of the 2 flights that leave St. Louis, MO for San Diego, CA onThu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct flights cover the 2512 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the longest flights will take 6 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €120. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €120, and a train costs an average of €193.
Distance: 1560 miles (2512 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€258 Average price | €291 Average price | €206 Average price Cheapest |
11h 8m Average total duration Fastest 8h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 60h 3m Average total duration 59h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51h 34m Average total duration 51h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA flights for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM St. Louis, MO | 15h17 | 2:27 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:23 PM St. Louis, MO | 8h37 | 9:00 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA Flight

- Comic-Con International, the largest comic book and popular arts convention in the world
- San Diego County Fair, a month-long fair featuring rides, games, and local food
- San Diego Beer Week, a celebration of craft beer with tastings and events across the county
- La Jolla Music Festival, an annual event showcasing classical music performances in a picturesque coastal setting.
- Memorial Day, ideal weather for beach activities and outdoor events
- Independence Day, spectacular fireworks and patriotic celebrations
- Labor Day, perfect for enjoying the last days of summer at the beach
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings with pleasant fall weather.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from St. Louis, MO to San Diego, CA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in both terminals, including Hudson News and Tech on the Go.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 1.42€ ($1.50) per hour.
- Restaurants in both terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Starbucks and Chili's
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout both terminals.
- Hotels nearby, such as Marriott St. Louis Airport within walking distance.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge fee.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 1, contact airport for details.
- Car rental services available, including Hertz and Enterprise in terminal 1
- MetroLink Red Line, Lambert Airport terminal 1 & 2 stations, 35 minutes
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in terminals 1 and 2, including Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available, price varies.
- Restaurants in terminals 1 and 2, including fast food and sit-down options like The Counter and Phil's BBQ
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Mari within walking distance.
- Showers available at the Airspace Lounge, access fee required.
- Lounges available, including United Club and Airspace Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 2 East, baggage claim area.
- Car rental services available at Rental Car Center, free shuttle from terminals
- Bus Route 992, Airport Station, 4.8 km
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