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$80+ 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — CHI
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Tue 3/31
Tue 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nebraska to Chicago

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 March 1, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/101:54 pm
OMA
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MDW
1 stop8h 25m
Frontier
Mon 4/136:00 am
MDW
-
OMA
1 stop7h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/28$181
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/101:54 pm
OMA
-
ORD
1 stop8h 45m
Frontier
Mon 4/135:15 am
ORD
-
OMA
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/28$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 3/2811:25 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 4/12:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$189
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 4/96:00 am
OMA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 4/115:58 pm
ORD
-
OMA
Nonstop1h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$191
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 4/117:35 pm
OMA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 4/189:54 am
ORD
-
OMA
Nonstop1h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$192
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:58 pm
OMA
-
ORD
1 stop12h 52m
Frontier
Sun 5/310:50 am
ORD
-
OMA
1 stop9h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$195
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/277:34 pm
OMA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Fri 5/18:31 am
ORD
-
OMA
Nonstop1h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/26$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Sun 3/296:00 pm
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 4/52:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$199
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 3/2612:53 pm
SUX
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 3/294:05 pm
ORD
-
SUX
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$204
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.
Fri 3/276:01 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 3/292:40 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/26$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 6/195:10 am
LNK
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
American Airlines
Mon 6/2210:25 pm
ORD
-
LNK
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$209
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/206:25 am
OMA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 18m
Delta
Sat 4/252:12 pm
MDW
-
OMA
1 stop5h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/25$211

Find flight deals from Nebraska to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nebraska to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated March 1, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Priceline)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 March 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nebraska to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/7

3:22 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

12:40 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$245

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Sat 3/28

11:25 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

2:40 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$249

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/12

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

8:50 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$254

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/25

3:20 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

12:43 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$268

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/5

6:28 am-1:17 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

6:15 am-11:33 am

1 stop5h 18m

$274

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/28

3:40 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

$278

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/20

12:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/24

8:40 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$297

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/12

6:35 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

3:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$299

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/12

6:55 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

2:40 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$299

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/7

5:30 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/9

11:50 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$305

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Best time to book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago (average of $101). Flying from 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 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 March 1, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Nebraska to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nebraska to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nebraska to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nebraska to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Nebraska to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Nebraska 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 March 1, 2026.

The most flights from USNE to CHI are scheduled on a Sunday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Nebraska to Chicago in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 24m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Nebraska to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $86 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $88 and United Airlines from $114 one-way.

  • 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 PSA Airlines (100%), ANA (88%) or Royal Jordanian (85%) 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 $133. While the most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $191 on average, our data indicates $934 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago (average of $101). Flying from 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 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 March 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$127Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$215Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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