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$128+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE (LNK) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — CHI
Mar 29 — Apr 51
Sun 3/29
Sun 4/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Lincoln to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lincoln to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Sat 4/43:06 pm
LNK
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ORD
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 4/58:40 am
ORD
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LNK
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Fri 3/276:01 am
LNK
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ORD
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 3/292:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 7/106:00 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Sun 7/1210:25 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Thu 3/267:44 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 3/284:49 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Sat 6/276:00 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 7/55:45 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 7/156:00 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 7/185:45 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sat 10/36:15 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Wed 10/710:20 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/16:23 pm
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 4/52:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/24$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Fri 4/36:03 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 57m
United Airlines
Sun 4/52:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Thu 7/26:00 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 7/67:51 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/225:45 pm
LNK
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MDW
1 stop13h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/246:49 pm
MDW
-
LNK
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:38 pm
LNK
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MDW
1 stop13h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/216:10 am
MDW
-
LNK
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/26$362

Find flight deals from Lincoln to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lincoln (LNK) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$366 or less

Good one-way deal

$274 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lincoln to Chicago 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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 7/15

6:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/18

5:45 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$232

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 4/1

6:23 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

8:40 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$249

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Sat 4/18

6:23 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

7:55 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$308

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

2:40 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$359

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Tue 4/14

6:23 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

2:35 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$359

LincolnChicago

LNK - MDW

LNKMDW

Lincoln

Sat 4/18

6:38 pm-7:59 am

1 stop13h 21m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

6:10 am-2:10 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$362

LincolnChicago

LNK - MDW

LNKMDW

Lincoln

Wed 4/15

5:45 pm-8:04 am

1 stop14h 19m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

6:10 am-2:10 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$365

LincolnChicago

LNK - MDW

LNKMDW

Lincoln

Wed 4/1

5:45 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop29h 28m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/7

2:56 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$371

LincolnChicago

LNK - MDW

LNKMDW

Lincoln

Wed 3/18

6:31 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop23h 13m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

4:33 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$384

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Tue 4/7

3:06 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

12:40 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$427

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Lincoln to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Lincoln, Nebraska-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Lincoln, Nebraska-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Lincoln, Nebraska-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Lincoln, Nebraska-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Lincoln, Nebraska-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Lincoln to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Lincoln with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Lincoln to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago (average of $101). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 LNK to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Lincoln to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 27, 2026.

When flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Lincoln to Chicago. 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 27, 2026.

The most flights from LNK to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated February 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Lincoln to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,351 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,351 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,351 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lincoln to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lincoln to Chicago?

    Located just 4.0 mi from the city center, Lincoln is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Lincoln. Booking flights from Lincoln (LNK) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago can take about 2h. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $232. Airlines will cover a distance of 465 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $192, United Airlines will fly you from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago for 42% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago?

    Consider CommutAir (100%), United Airlines (86%) or GoJet (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago is generally $364, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $210. When looking at the most popular route, (Lincoln - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $199 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lincoln to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lincoln to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lincoln to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lincoln to Chicago 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago (average of $101). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 airline flying from Lincoln to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln to Chicago. 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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