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$65+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Omaha (OMA)

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ORD — OMA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

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One-way from

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Average price

$370

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$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/211:45 amMDW - OMA
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Wed 4/92:15 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:30 amORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/47:45 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/27:30 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 4/96:50 amOMA - ORD
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:02 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Tue 4/2210:53 amOMA - MDW
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/116:15 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 3/1810:55 amOMA - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/79:45 amSTL - OMA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sat 3/85:40 pmOMA - STL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:00 amSTL - OMA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Tue 3/115:40 pmOMA - STL
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/20$212
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/711:32 amOMA - ORD
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/75:55 amSTL - OMA
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/85:54 pmOMA - STL
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/196:45 amORD - OMA
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Mon 3/313:58 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:45 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/911:29 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/267:05 amMDW - OMA
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Fri 2/289:43 amOMA - MDW
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$260

Find flights from Illinois to Omaha within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Omaha that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Illinois

Fly to

Omaha

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/2

11:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

2:15 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$186

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

8:30 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 4/4

7:45 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$192

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

7:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/9

6:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$195

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/16

3:02 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/22

10:53 am-2:22 pm

1 stop3h 29m

$197

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

6:15 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/18

10:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$197

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/7

9:45 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/8

5:40 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$207

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/7

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/11

5:40 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$212

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop26h 42m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/7

11:32 am-6:42 am

1 stop19h 10m

$220

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/7

5:55 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 17m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/8

5:54 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$227

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/19

6:45 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/31

3:58 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 46m

$230

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Omaha

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Omaha

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Omaha including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Omaha?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Omaha (average of $343). Flying from Illinois to Omaha in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to OMA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Omaha as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to OMA are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Omaha by month

Plan your trip to Omaha by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Omaha ranges from 0.7 - 4.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Omaha when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Omaha by month

Plan your trip to Omaha by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Omaha, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Omaha

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Omaha. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Omaha. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Illinois to Omaha by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Omaha from Illinois?

    Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Omaha. It is only a 3.9 mi journey from Eppley Airfield (OMA) to Omaha’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Omaha one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Omaha are Frontier ($65), Southwest ($89), and United Airlines ($89).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Omaha?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield, Chicago Midway - Omaha Eppley Airfield or Lambert-St Louis - Omaha Eppley Airfield when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Omaha.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Omaha?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Omaha consider choosing ANA (88%), GoJet (88%) or Envoy Air (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Omaha?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Omaha? While on average our users pay $273, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $118. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), is priced around $174.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Omaha that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Omaha flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Omaha?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Omaha.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Omaha?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Omaha by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Omaha?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Omaha (average of $343). Flying from Illinois to Omaha in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Omaha

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Omaha. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$201Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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