Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): what you need to know
St Louis is 18 hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your AKL to STL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AKL and STL:
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
R 9,300 is the best price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 16,685. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AKL to STL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights that leave from Auckland Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near AKL? If you're boarding an early flight from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
If you have a late Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near STL:
Follow your own route with a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Budget or Alamo and discover more of St Louis and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
From Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, St Louis is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to St Louis. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in St Louis is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Auckland Airport to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to STL in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced St Louis. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 370 kilometres east of St Louis, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
