St. Louis to Washington flights
Direct and connecting flights from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from St. Louis to Washington take?
Flight time from St. Louis (STL) to Washington (DCA) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from St. Louis to Washington?
Airline availability for STL to DCA changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from St. Louis to Washington?
Direct (nonstop) availability on STL to DCA varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Southwest Airlines40
- JIANo data
- ENYNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| JIA | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| ENY | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning STL → DCA
STL to DCA is a short-haul route of 1,154 km (717 mi). See the return DCA → STL route.
Alternative airports near St. Louis: Null (SUS) — 26 km, Alton/St Louis (ALN) — 32 km, Belleville (BLV) — 52 km.
Alternative airports near Washington: Camp Springs (ADW) — 15 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 20 km, Fort Meade (FME) — 35 km.