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$81+ Cheap flights from Nebraska 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — CHI
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nebraska to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nebraska to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$171
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$81
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$243

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Cheapest flights from Nebraska to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nebraska to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/58:35 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop24h 53mFrontier
Mon 9/86:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$171
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:59 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Thu 10/306:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$176
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 9/152:16 pmOMA - ORD
2 stops20h 24mFrontier
Mon 9/226:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$191
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:16 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Sun 9/146:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:35 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop24h 53mFrontier
Sun 9/216:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$201
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:48 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Sun 9/146:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 10/108:59 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop26h 54mFrontier
Thu 10/306:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Tue 10/73:35 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/810:20 amMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 10/77:35 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/812:00 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$217
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:35 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop24h 53mFrontier
Sun 9/146:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 55mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/23:13 pmLNK - ORD
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/67:50 pmORD - LNK
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/154:20 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/11:30 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$225

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nebraska 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nebraska to Chicago that are best for you.

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Nebraska

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/5

8:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$171

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/19

8:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$171

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/25

8:59 pm-9:36 am

1 stop12h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-6:51 pm

1 stop12h 51m

$176

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/15

2:16 pm-10:40 am

2 stops20h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-1:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$191

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/16

8:59 pm-9:36 am

1 stop12h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

7:05 am-8:04 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$191

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/8

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$198

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/26

8:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$198

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/19

8:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$201

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/7

5:55 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

10:20 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$217

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Tue 9/2

3:13 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

7:50 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$223

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Nebraska to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 NE to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Nebraska 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 August 18, 2025.

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

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Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Nebraska to Chicago?

    Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Nebraska to Chicago in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 23m. There are 422 mi between Nebraska and Chicago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nebraska to Chicago?

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago Midway or Lincoln - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Nebraska to Chicago.

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

    Consider GoJet (100%), Japan Airlines (84%) or ANA (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Nebraska to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nebraska to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $166 on average our data indicates $1,060 when flying from Nebraska to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Nebraska to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Nebraska to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Nebraska 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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