What percentage of Omaha to Los Angeles flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 17.2% of flights from Omaha to Los Angeles were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant majority of travel on this route typically involves at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Omaha to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from Omaha to Los Angeles has a median duration of 3 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of 2137 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 7 hours and 28 minutes. This difference highlights that connecting flights can significantly increase the overall journey duration.

How much do direct flights from Omaha to Los Angeles cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Omaha to Los Angeles have been more expensive than connecting flights. Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights had a median price of $451, representing a 42% premium over connecting flights, which had a median price of $317. Direct flights accounted for 26.7% of the total observed flights on this route.

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Omaha to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles

Fares for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles typically range from $279 to $498, with a median price of $414. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, with only 6% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Omaha to Los Angeles, the cheapest time to fly is often January, with a median fare of $169. Other cost-effective months include April, where the median fare is $252, and May, with a median fare of $254.

A typical journey from Omaha to Los Angeles takes about 9h 51m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, and for those connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2. Only 17.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Omaha to Los Angeles, indicating that non-stop options are less common.

The route from Omaha to Los Angeles covers a distance of 2137 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul flight, meaning you can expect a journey that is longer than a short domestic hop but not a full intercontinental trip.

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Los Angeles

Regular price: $233 - $384

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for this route is between $233 and $384. The current lowest deal is $182 with Allegiant Air for travel from Aug 17-Aug 27.

now $182

Low $233

High $384

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from OMA to LAX is January, with a median price of $169. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $554. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

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Flights from $169

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Flights from $554

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Direct flights from Omaha to Los Angeles

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Last-minute flights going from Omaha to Los Angeles

Tue, Jul 28

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$405

$369

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$403

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$397

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$389

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$336

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$378

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles

4 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 16

$306 → $209

32%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$319 → $222

30%

6 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 16

$290 → $198

32%

10 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 27

$273 → $182

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Omaha to Los Angeles

Omaha - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Omaha to Los Angeles are above the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $169.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 9h 51m.

The typical flight duration from Omaha to Los Angeles is 9h 51m, with 17.2% direct flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals from Omaha to Los Angeles are frequent, with a median price of $414.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers the best recent deal.

Allegiant Air recently offered a roundtrip for $182 from Omaha to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights for more options.

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers between Omaha and Los Angeles.

Omaha main airports to depart from

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Cheapest

Eppley Airfield is a convenient departure point for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles.

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

💸 Flights from ~$196

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary gateway for flights to the Los Angeles area.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best time to book flights from Omaha to Los Angeles is typically 0-6 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this window had an average price of $324. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $338, while waiting until 60+ days before departure often resulted in higher prices, averaging $504. This trend suggests that last-minute bookings can offer more favorable pricing for this route.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Omaha to Los Angeles is considered to be $279 or less. The median price for this route was $414, with 75% of prices observed being $498 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $279 threshold.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Omaha to Los Angeles, with a median price of $169. Other relatively inexpensive months include April and May, with median prices of $252 and $254 respectively. Across the trailing 270 days, the annual median price for this route was $414, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Omaha to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Los Angeles

Regular price: $233 - $384

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Omaha to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for this route is between $233 and $384. The current lowest deal is $182 with Allegiant Air for travel from Aug 17-Aug 27.

now $182

Low $233

High $384

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Los Angeles

January

Cheapest

Flights from $169

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $554

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