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$198+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE (LNK) to Illinois

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — ORD
jul. 13 — jul. 201
dom. 7/13
dom. 7/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Lincoln to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated julio 8, 2025.

Round-trip from

$198
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$414

Good round-trip deal

$485 or less

Good one-way deal

$309 or less
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Cheapest flights from Lincoln to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lincoln to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 8, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
sáb. 8/2311:00 amLNK - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/269:04 amORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/8$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
mar. 8/261:30 pmLNK - STL
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/305:15 amSTL - LNK
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/6$283

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Lincoln

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

sáb. 8/23

11:00 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/26

9:04 am-11:03 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$198

LincolnSt. Louis

LNK - STL

LNKSTL

Lincoln

mar. 8/26

1:30 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 8/30

5:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$283

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

lun. 8/4

3:11 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$214

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Deals found on 7/8

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois 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 LNK to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Lincoln to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 8, 2025.

When flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Lincoln to Illinois. 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 julio 8, 2025.

The most flights from LNK to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated julio 8, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Lincoln to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,844 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lincoln to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly from Lincoln (LNK) if they book a flight from Lincoln to Illinois. Lincoln is conveniently located just 4.0 mi from Lincoln’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois?

    Most travelers choose Lincoln - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Lincoln - Lambert-St Louis or Lincoln - Chicago Midway when deciding on the best route from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois are Copa Airlines (83%), Air New Zealand (75%) and SkyWest Airlines (74%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois is $243. On average you can expect to pay $487. The most popular route, (Lincoln - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $260.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lincoln to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois 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 airline flying from Lincoln to Illinois

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln to Illinois. 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 julio 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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