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Cheapest round-trip
$206
Typical prices: $292-$469
Frontier
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
ORD - OMA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $291-$469
Southwest
Sat 10/6Sat 10/6
MDW - OMA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 42m
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $319 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Omaha (CHI-OMA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Omaha

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 6:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
12h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:22 pm - 12:24 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$206Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 6:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
12h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:22 pm - 12:24 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$208Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 6:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
12h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:22 pm - 12:24 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$222Frontier
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 10:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:51 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 51mnonstop
$257United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
United Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 2:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 39mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 1:15 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 49mnonstop
$257United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6
Southwest Logo
10:15 am - 11:45 amMDW  Chicago Midway-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 30mnonstop
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3:45 pm - 5:10 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 25mnonstop
$257Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
Southwest Logo
1:45 pm - 3:10 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 25mnonstop
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6:20 pm - 7:45 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 25mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
10:40 pm - 12:13 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 5:59 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 51mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
10:01 am - 11:48 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 47mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:26 am - 12:19 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 53mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 12:31 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
1h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:57 pm - 9:45 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 48mnonstop
$257American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Omaha flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Omaha?

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Omaha start at $206. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $292 to $469. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $206 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Omaha flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Omaha routes. They average around $351 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Omaha?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Omaha, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Omaha?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Omaha at $290 round-trip.
  • March ($462) and May ($399) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago to Omaha the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Omaha are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Omaha

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for Chicago to Omaha flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$96
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Omaha

When to book flights from Chicago to Omaha

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Your Chicago to Omaha flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How can I get from the Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) to downtown Omaha?

    It will take you about 10min by car and 20min by bus to get to downtown Omaha. The public bus also runs from the Omaha Airport to many areas in the city. This includes Old Market, Midtown Crossing, Aksarben, and Dundee. It picks up passengers on the lower level of the terminal building.

  • Where can I get dropped off at Chicago O'Hare (ORD)?

    If you fly into Chicago O'Hare, you can get dropped off directly in front of your terminal. Some airlines even provide baggage check curbside. However, if your driver wants to avoid the heavy airport traffic, they can drop you off at the Kiss 'n' Fly area on Zemke Boulevard or the Multi-Modal Facility on Mannheim Road and Zemke Boulevard. From here, you'll catch a shuttle to your terminal.

  • What services and amenities can passengers enjoy at the Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)?

    While you're at the airport, you can grab a bite to eat in the Terminal Food Court. Some dining options include fast-food restaurants like A & W, Blimpie, and Kentucky Fried Chicken, and sit-down restaurants like Godfather's Pizza and the Hangar Lounge.

  • Do any of the Chicago airports have banks or ATM machines?

    Seaway Bank has a few offices at the Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD). At these locations, you can do a variety of banking transactions including withdrawing or depositing money. If you don't bank here, you can do banking at one of its many ATM machines. There is also a branch of Seaway Bank and numerous ATM machines all around the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago to Omaha flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago to Omaha flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago to Omaha?

    3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Omaha. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Southwest

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Omaha?

    Flights from Chicago to Omaha may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago to Omaha flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Omaha?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Omaha:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago to Omaha?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $319 round-trip via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared to $355 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Omaha?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Omaha pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Omaha most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Omaha?

    On the Chicago to Omaha route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $321 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $493: a $172 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago to Omaha spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Omaha flights, with 31% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 15%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Omaha?

    Some of the most popular sights in Omaha are CHI Health Center Omaha, TD Ameritrade Park Omaha and Orpheum Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Omaha on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Omaha?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Omaha:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:30 am and lands at 9:12 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 12:42 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 42m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Omaha flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 55% above the route average of $356. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Omaha?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Omaha takes 1h 42m, covering 429 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Omaha?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Omaha looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Omaha are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $122, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Omaha?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 27m, compared with 5h 12m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 51m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What car rental options are available at Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)?

    Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Payless
    · Avis
    · Alamo
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Omaha flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Omaha range from $292 to $469, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $292 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago to Omaha flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Omaha route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Omaha flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $321 - about $172 less than Monday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Omaha trip for October. Fares historically average $290 round-trip in that month - typically $172 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $319 round-trip on this route - about $36 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport.
    - Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport By IHG
  • Chicago has two main airports: Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and Chicago Midway (MDW). Chicago O'Hare is the larger of the two. It is about 40min from downtown, 56min from Aurora, and 48min from Naperville. Just 20min away, Chicago Midway is actually closer to downtown Chicago.
  • For convenience, you can rent a car and pick it up when you land at the Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA). Alamo, Hertz, Thrifty, and Enterprise all have offices at this airport location. The rental car agencies are located in the North Garage of the airport.
  • Chicago Midway Airport is a smaller airport; however, it offers many conveniences such as bank services, an airport art gallery, numerous restaurants, a chapel for prayer, and a yoga room where you can meditate while waiting on your flight to depart.
  • Although many flights going from Chicago to Omaha are non-stop, some flight routes require that you have a short layover in another city. Depending upon the airline, you might change airplanes in Minneapolis/St. Paul or at the Detroit Metropolitan/Wayne County Airport.
  • Chicago O'Hare (ORD) is a very large airport with four terminals and almost 200 gates. This might sound overwhelming; however, the airport's people mover makes it easy to get around. It runs 24/7 and will take you from one terminal to another. This airport transportation system also goes to other areas of the airport including the rental car center and parking lots.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Omaha?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Omaha Eppley Airfield to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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