Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach

1 airline flys nonstop from Saint Louis Airport (STL) to Eglin Afb (VPS). It's 609 miles (980 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

STL
Saint Louis Airport
🇺🇸 Saint Louis, USA
VPS
Eglin Afb
🇺🇸 Fort Walton Beach, USA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
609 mi
980 km
CO₂/pax
113 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
STL → VPS
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
609 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach with one stop · direct emits 113 kg CO₂ per passenger

STL BNA (Nashville) VPS
Leg 1: 1h 10m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (388 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → BNA
1h 10m · 272 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → VPS
1h 25m · 388 mi
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STL LIT (Little Rock) VPS
Leg 1: 1h 15m (295 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (441 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → LIT
1h 15m · 295 mi
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Leg 2
LIT → VPS
1h 27m · 441 mi
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STL IND (Indianapolis) VPS
Leg 1: 55m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (636 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
IND → VPS
1h 51m · 636 mi
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STL ATL (Atlanta) VPS
Leg 1: 1h 38m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 11m (249 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → ATL
1h 38m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → VPS
1h 11m · 249 mi
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STL MDW (Chicago) VPS
Leg 1: 1h 5m (252 mi) Leg 2: 2h 11m (781 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → VPS
2h 11m · 781 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach?

A nonstop flight from Saint Louis (STL) to Fort Walton Beach (VPS) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 609 miles (980 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Saint Louis from Fort Walton Beach?

The flight distance from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach is 609 miles (980 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Saint Louis to Fort Walton Beach?

At 1h 50m, 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 Fort Walton Beach?

Roughly 113 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 565 km.

Is the return flight from Fort Walton Beach 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 Fort Walton Beach?

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.