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Omaha (OMA) to Chicago (CHI)

OMA - CHI Price	$224 - $259
CHI Temperature	33.8 - 84.2 °F
CHI Rainfall	0.7 - 4.3 inches

Popular in	October	High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 6% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$224	From Omaha to Chicago
One-way from	$193	One-way flight from Omaha to Chicago

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Omaha to Chicago?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 4% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Omaha to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 37 days in advance to save up to 10% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 37 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Omaha to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $177, or $177 for flights within the next 24 hours.

One-way flights to Chicago from Omaha

The cheapest one-way flights from Omaha to Chicago

11:45 am - 5:14 pm

Delta

1 Stop

5h 29m

OMA - ORD

$193

Delta

1:35 pm - 10:31 am

Multiple Airlines

2 Stops

20h 56m

OMA - MDW

$212

Kiwi.com

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Useful info, stats and facts about Omaha to Chicago flights.

Flight FAQs

From Omaha to Chicago

Are flight prices decreasing from Omaha to Chicago due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Omaha and Chicago for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from Omaha to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Omaha to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $130.

Are there nonstop flights from Omaha to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Omaha to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Omaha to Chicago is less than $231.

Are there last-minute flights available from Omaha to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Omaha to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What days are nonstop flights available from Omaha to Chicago?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday.

How popular is this flight route?

The Omaha Eppley Airfield to Chicago flight path was viewed by 20 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What is the cheapest airline for this route?

While browsing flights check up on current rates for American Eagle, Inc.. American Eagle, Inc. offers the cheapest flight to Omaha to Chicago. Flight availability can sometimes range however expect there to be 104 flights on average per day.

How long does the flight from Omaha to Chicago take?

A nonstop flight takes up to 2 hours, covering a distance of 259 miles.

How many flights depart from Omaha to Chicago on average per day?

On average 10 flights depart from Omaha Eppley Airfield to Chicago per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 60% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 40% of flight departures

Is Omaha weather warmer or cooler than Chicago?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 88 °F range in July. The weather in Chicago is generally colder than Omaha's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

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Destination information for Chicago

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Omaha to Chicago

1h 35m

84.2 °F

3.7 ″

Airports servicing Omaha

Omaha (OMA)

Airports servicing Chicago

Chicago-O'Hare Intl (ORD)

Chicago Midway (MDW)

Rockford (RFD)

Hourly flight availability from Omaha to Chicago

Afternoon Noon to 6 PM	62% of OMA to CHI departures
Early morning Midnight to 6 AM	23% of OMA to CHI departures
Morning 6 AM to noon	15% of OMA to CHI departures
Evening 6 PM to midnight	0% of OMA to CHI departures

Midnight

6 AM

Noon

6 PM

Weekly flight availability

from Omaha to Chicago

Sunday

19 daily flights

Monday

12 daily flights

Tuesday

10 daily flights

Wednesday

13 daily flights

Thursday

20 daily flights

Friday

20 daily flights

Saturday

11 daily flights

Cheap flights from Omaha to Chicago (OMA - CHI)

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The best prices from Omaha to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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