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$55+ Cheap flights from Nebraska to Illinois

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — ORD
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$318 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nebraska to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/137:46 pmOMA - STL
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
dom. 11/167:45 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop24h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$178
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
sáb. 11/226:00 amLNK - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/110:35 amORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$189
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
vie. 12/122:24 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
lun. 12/156:11 amORD - OMA
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/52:24 pmOMA - ORD
2 stops21h 30mFrontier
dom. 12/77:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$211
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/78:51 pmOMA - STL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
dom. 11/97:45 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop24h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
sáb. 12/137:30 amLNK - ORD
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/157:45 pmORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
jue. 12/42:24 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/64:47 pmORD - OMA
2 stops20h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
vie. 11/143:10 pmLNK - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/1812:45 pmORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$219
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/711:29 amOMA - MDW
1 stop10h 39mFrontier
lun. 11/1012:30 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
mié. 11/267:56 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop28h 14mFrontier
mié. 12/34:01 pmORD - OMA
2 stops45h 30mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$224
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/78:51 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop26h 38mFrontier
dom. 11/96:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$226
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/137:46 pmOMA - MDW
1 stop15h 44mFrontier
lun. 11/1712:30 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nebraska to Illinois 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nebraska to Illinois that are best for you.

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Nebraska

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

OmahaSt. Louis

OMA - STL

OMASTL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 11/13

7:46 pm-9:07 am

1 stop13h 21m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 11/16

7:45 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$178

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

sáb. 11/22

6:00 am-8:03 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/1

10:35 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

sáb. 12/13

7:30 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/15

7:45 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$218

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

sáb. 11/15

7:45 am-9:51 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/19

8:45 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$219

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 11/27

8:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

8:05 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$233

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mar. 12/30

7:55 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

mié. 12/31

8:25 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 2/18

5:50 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/18

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$237

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 2/18

5:50 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

jue. 2/19

8:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

jue. 12/4

3:40 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 12/6

12:30 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

mié. 12/3

3:25 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

12:45 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from Nebraska to Illinois

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Illinois (average of $98). Flying from Nebraska to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Nebraska 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 octubre 30, 2025.

When flying from Nebraska to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nebraska to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nebraska to Illinois flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings 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.

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

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 octubre 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Nebraska to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,123 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Nebraska to Illinois in 1h 30m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Nebraska and Illinois are separated by a distance of 422 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nebraska to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $105. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Nebraska to Illinois for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nebraska to Illinois (average of $98). Flying from Nebraska to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $263). 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 Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Nebraska 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$200Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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