Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Louis to Columbus

1 airline flys nonstop from Saint Louis Airport (STL) to Port Columbus International (CMH). It's 410 miles (660 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
CMH
Port Columbus International
🇺🇸 Columbus, USA
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
410 mi
660 km
CO₂/pax
76 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
STL → CMH
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
410 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Louis to Columbus with one stop · direct emits 76 kg CO₂ per passenger

STL MDW (Chicago) CMH
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (282 mi) Total: ~2h 18m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → CMH
1h 13m · 282 mi
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STL BNA (Nashville) CMH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → BNA
1h 10m · 272 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → CMH
1h 20m · 337 mi
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STL DTW (Detroit) CMH
Leg 1: 1h 31m (440 mi) Leg 2: 1h 4m (154 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → DTW
1h 31m · 440 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → CMH
1h 4m · 154 mi
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STL MCI (Kansas City) CMH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (236 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (633 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MCI
1h 10m · 236 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → CMH
1h 50m · 633 mi
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STL ORD (Chicago) CMH
Leg 1: 1h 29m (258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → ORD
1h 29m · 258 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → CMH
1h 32m · 296 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Louis to Columbus?

A nonstop flight from Saint Louis (STL) to Columbus (CMH) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 410 miles (660 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis to Columbus?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Louis to Columbus?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Saint Louis from Columbus?

The flight distance from Saint Louis to Columbus is 410 miles (660 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Saint Louis to Columbus?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Saint Louis to Columbus?

Roughly 76 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 380 km.

Is the return flight from Columbus to Saint Louis also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Saint Louis to Columbus?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Saint Louis Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.