Is a 3 hr layover in St. Louis long enough?
Yes, 3 hours is probably enough for a layover at STL (St. Louis).
Is 3 hours enough for a layover at Lambert St Louis International (STL)?
Three hours turns a simple connection into a long layover at STL.
What is the minimum connection time at STL?
Minimum connection times at Lambert St Louis International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 70 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 3 hours connection at STL on an international flight?
3 hours clears the 70-minute international minimum connection time at Lambert St Louis International, but you should still head directly to your gate. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by an enclosed pedestrian walkway of roughly 10-15 minutes, as well as a free shuttle bus and the MetroLink light rail (a couple of stops), both of which take 10-20 minutes depending on waits. Passengers connecting within the same terminal rarely need to leave the secure area, but those switching terminals who exit security may need to clear TSA screening again on the other side.
How much time do I need for a layover at STL?
We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Lambert St Louis International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 20 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at STL?
If you miss a connection, Southwest and other carriers typically rebook you at their gate counters or via self-service kiosks near baggage claim, and STL's low overall congestion usually means next available flights come relatively quickly compared to larger hubs.