STL Now Connected to America’s Most Connected Airport for International Flights
Starting Monday, September 8, 2025, Delta Air Lines will offer non-stop service from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This new direct service will provide passengers with convenient access to Delta’s global hub at JFK, where they can connect to over 200 destinations in 80 countries worldwide.
Delta will operate a daily flight to and from STL, seven days a week. The flight to STL will depart JFK at 2:59 p.m. and arrive at 4:49 p.m., while the flight to JFK will depart STL at 4:20 p.m. and arrive at 8:00 p.m. This service will not only benefit travelers from the region, but also provide international travelers with a range of airline options.
In addition to easy access to Delta’s global hub, passengers can also take advantage of the AirTrain JFK, which provides a fast and convenient way into Manhattan. From the Jamaica Station, it’s just a 10 to 15 minute ride to Penn Station or Grand Central Station on the Long Island Railroad.
According to recent market share data, Delta Air Lines has been the third-largest airline operating at STL. This new service marks Delta’s return to STL-JFK flights, after last operating them in 2015.
New Delta Air Lines Service Schedule
| Flight | From | To | Departs | Arrives | Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4856 | New York (JFK) | St. Louis (STL) | 2:59 p.m. | 4:49 p.m. | Daily |
| 4884 | St. Louis (STL) | New York (JFK) | 4:20 p.m. | 8:00 p.m. | Daily |
(Note: Arrival and departure times may fluctuate)
Contact Information:
Roger Lotz
Public Information Officer
Department: St. Louis Lambert International Airport
Topic: Airports
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