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$64+ 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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — CHI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$168
(Southwest)

One-way from

$64
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$311 or less

Good one-way deal

$183 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 July 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sat 8/97:25 amOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/119:00 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/233:18 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/258:05 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/215:20 amOMA - ORD
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/252:55 pmORD - OMA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$173
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/76:30 amOMA - MDW
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Tue 8/129:31 amMDW - OMA
1 stop3h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/1$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/36:30 amOMA - ORD
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Tue 9/96:10 amORD - OMA
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/1$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/299:03 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/510:28 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/96:07 amLNK - ORD
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/169:06 amORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/1610:10 amSUX - ORD
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/209:05 pmORD - SUX
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/82:16 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Sun 9/1410:42 amORD - OMA
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$241
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/36:37 pmOMA - RFD
1 stop17h 33mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/48:04 pmRFD - OMA
1 stop11h 57mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/3$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 7/3111:10 amOMA - MDW
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Sat 8/29:12 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:37 pmOMA - RFD
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/79:21 amRFD - OMA
2 stops25h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$338

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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nebraska to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Nebraska

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/9

7:25 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/11

9:00 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$168

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

3:18 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

8:05 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$168

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/21

5:20 am-4:25 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

7:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$173

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/7

6:30 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

9:31 am-1:28 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$177

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop3h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

6:10 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 03m

$177

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/29

9:03 am-10:41 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

10:28 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$187

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Sat 8/9

6:07 am-8:04 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

9:06 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$194

Sioux CityChicago

SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sat 8/16

10:10 am-11:54 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

9:05 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$204

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

10:42 am-6:55 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$241

OmahaChicago

OMA - RFD

OMARFD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/3

6:37 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 33m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 8/4

8:04 pm-8:01 am

1 stop11h 57m

$270

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, 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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from USNE to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nebraska to Chicago?

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Nebraska to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

  • 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 $64 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $69 and United Airlines from $69 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 Japan Airlines (95%), ANA (92%) or Aer Lingus (83%) 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 $143. While the most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $137 on average our data indicates $1,697 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$114Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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