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Cheapest round-trip
$204
Typical prices: $337-$515
Frontier
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
IAH - OMA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$309
Typical prices: $351-$550
United Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
IAH - OMA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 22m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Omaha

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Omaha

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Frontier Logo
8:40 pm - 7:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
23h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:44 pm - 11:17 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$204Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
Frontier Logo
8:40 pm - 7:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
23h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:44 pm - 11:17 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$210Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Frontier Logo
8:40 pm - 7:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
23h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:44 pm - 11:17 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
$242Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:17 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
13h 17m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:40 pm - 4:06 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
27h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$250Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
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5:01 pm - 11:50 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
18h 49m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:44 pm - 9:24 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
$250Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:23 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 23mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 5:25 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 28mnonstop
$309United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 7:23 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 23mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:31 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 31mnonstop
$309United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
9:15 am - 11:25 amHOU  Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 10mnonstop
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7:55 am - 10:20 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 25mnonstop
$309Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 11
Southwest Logo
9:15 am - 11:25 amHOU  Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
2h 10mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 7:40 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 20mnonstop
$309Southwest
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 6:47 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
4h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:54 pm - 11:29 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Omaha flights

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Omaha typically range from $337 to $515. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $204, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Omaha. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Omaha?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Omaha at $326 round-trip.
•March ($463) and June ($453) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 42% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Houston to Omaha

 
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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.

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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.

Key details for Houston to Omaha flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Omaha

When to book flights from Houston to Omaha

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Omaha based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston to Omaha flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 10:07 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 1:22 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 22m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Omaha?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Omaha takes 2h 22m, covering 798 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston 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 much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Omaha flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Omaha range from $337 to $515, with an average of $396 over the past 12 months. Anything below $337 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $255 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $401 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Omaha flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston to Omaha changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $204 to $1,374. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston to Omaha route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Houston to Omaha are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $156, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Houston to Omaha may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Houston to Omaha. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $592, a difference of $224.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Houston to Omaha?

    2 airlines operate flights between Houston and Omaha. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 06m, compared with 5h 04m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 5h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Houston to Omaha flights:

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston 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
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Houston to Omaha flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $368, about $224 less than Sunday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Omaha trip for October. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $137 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 Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $255 round-trip on this route - about $146 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

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to Omaha?

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

Direct departures

Houston to Omaha Eppley Airfield

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Omaha Eppley Airfield to Houston

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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