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October 13 - October 20

Cheapest

ORD - Omaha

$175

$216

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August 18 - August 23

Best

ORD - Omaha

$295

$225

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July 21 - August 15

Earliest

ORD - Omaha

$257

$229

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July 22 - July 29

ORD - Omaha

$281

$231

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August 25 - August 27

ORD - Omaha

$165

$238

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July 21 - August 16

Earliest

ORD - Omaha

$257

$238

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September 9 - September 11

ORD - Omaha

$293

$241

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August 18 - August 30

ORD - Omaha

$261

$241

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July 21 - August 4

Earliest

ORD - Omaha

$257

$246

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August 6 - August 10

ORD - Omaha

$301

$250

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Omaha

A typical journey from Chicago to Omaha takes about 1h 42m. This duration primarily reflects direct flights, as almost all itineraries on this route are non-stop. The total distance covered on this route is 668 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Omaha, prices right now are near the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $169–$239, with a median of $169. Currently, only 2% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Omaha? The data indicates that August is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $138. Other favorable months include May and July, both showing median fares of $169.

Regarding direct flights from Chicago to Omaha, 77.3% of recent fares are for non-stop itineraries. This means that almost all itineraries are non-stop, offering a more convenient travel experience. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Omaha

Regular price: $132 - $249

Prices for flights from Chicago to Omaha are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Omaha is between $132 and $249. The current lowest deal is $216 with United Airlines, for travel from Oct 13-Oct 20.

now $216

Low $132

High $249

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Omaha

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Omaha is August, with a median price of $138. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $517. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

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Flights from $138

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Most Expensive

Flights from $517

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Direct flights from Chicago to Omaha

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Omaha

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Omaha

Chicago (MDW) - Omaha (OMA)

Southwest Airlines

$470

$506

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Omaha

Chicago (ORD) - Omaha (OMA)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$342

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Omaha

Chicago (ORD) - Omaha (OMA)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$382

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Omaha

Chicago (ORD) - Omaha (OMA)

Frontier Airlines

$418

$405

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Omaha

Chicago (ORD) - Omaha (OMA)

Frontier Airlines

$391

$355

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Omaha

Chicago (ORD) - Omaha (OMA)

Frontier Airlines

$344

$342

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Omaha

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$414 → $342

17%

5 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 23

$295 → $225

24%

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

$293 → $241

18%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$301 → $250

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Omaha

Chicago - Omaha route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Chicago to Omaha are near the typical level of $169.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the cheapest fares.

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $138.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 42m.

The median flight time for direct flights from Chicago to Omaha is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.3% of deals are direct.

Most deals for this route are for direct flights, with 77.3% of recent deals being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Chicago to Omaha in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, with about 0.23 deals per day.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Departing from O'Hare International offers a potentially cheaper option for flights from Chicago to Omaha.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Consider Chicago Midway International for your departure from Chicago to Omaha.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Omaha.

📍 ~110 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$284

Omaha main airports to arrive at

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Cheapest

Eppley Airfield is the primary airport for Omaha, making it convenient for your trip.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Airports nearby Omaha used as alternative

Lincoln (LNK)

Lincoln (LNK) is the most practical alternative due to its proximity to Omaha.

📍 ~85 km from Omaha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

Des Moines International (DSM)

Des Moines International (DSM) offers more carrier variety, despite the approximately 2-hour drive.

📍 ~180 km from Omaha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International (MCI) is a major hub with many more direct flight options.

📍 ~280 km from Omaha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Sioux Gateway (SUX)

Sioux Gateway (SUX) is a relatively close alternative, but with very limited flight options.

📍 ~130 km from Omaha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$225

Central Nebraska Regional (GRI)

Central Nebraska Regional (GRI) offers alternative regional access for travelers, but with limited service.

📍 ~200 km from Omaha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$284

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Omaha

45% AI deal score

$517

From ORD

Elite

Jul 07

Omaha, United States

45% AI deal score

$523

From ORD

Elite

Jul 24

Omaha, United States

45% AI deal score

$551

From ORD

Elite

Jul 31

Omaha, United States

45% AI deal score

$551

From ORD

Elite

Jul 04

Omaha, United States

45% AI deal score

$577

From ORD

Elite

Aug 21

Omaha, United States

36% AI deal score

$999

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Omaha

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Sometimes, flying during off-peak hours or weekdays may result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it might involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's worth checking if alternative airports are a viable option for your trip.

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Omaha

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Omaha

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Omaha

Direct flights from Chicago to Omaha

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Omaha

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Omaha

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Omaha

Chicago - Omaha route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Fly in August for the cheapest fares.

Direct flights take 1h 42m.

77.3% of deals are direct.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Omaha main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Omaha used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Omaha

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Omaha

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