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$67+ Cheap flights from Omaha (OMA) 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OMA — ORD
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Omaha to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Omaha to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Omaha to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/307:55 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/610:05 amMDW - OMA
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/308:42 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/67:57 pmORD - OMA
2 stops40h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/306:20 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/68:10 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/27:45 amMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/287:18 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:20 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/317:21 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:05 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:15 amMDW - OMA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$327
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:35 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Mon 1/56:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/307:34 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:54 amORD - OMA
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/307:55 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 1/17:05 amMDW - OMA
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/307:34 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:37 pmORD - OMA
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/313:44 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/47:11 amORD - OMA
1 stop5h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$367

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Round-trip from

$152
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One-way from

$67
(Southwest)

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August

Average price

$313

Good round-trip deal

$380 or less

Good one-way deal

$220 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Omaha 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Omaha to Illinois that are best for you.

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Omaha

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Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/7

10:55 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/10

8:20 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$152

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/7

9:00 am-1:09 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

7:16 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop3h 38m

$157

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/8

1:11 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop24h 54m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

6:10 am-4:58 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$163

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$171

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

12:45 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$171

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/7

10:34 am-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

11:05 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$174

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/18

2:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/21

2:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops10h 00m

$177

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/14

5:50 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/21

2:35 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$186

OmahaSt. Louis

OMA - STL

OMASTL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/6

5:22 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 41m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/8

10:17 am-4:14 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$191

OmahaSt. Louis

OMA - STL

OMASTL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/12

5:22 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/19

5:04 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$191

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Best time to book a flight from Omaha to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Omaha with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Omaha to Illinois?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Omaha to Illinois (average of $102). Flying from Omaha 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 OMA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Omaha 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 December 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Omaha to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Omaha 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.

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 December 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Omaha to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Omaha to Illinois, you will be flying from Eppley Airfield. Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) is just 3.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Omaha to Illinois?

    Southwest, Delta, and Frontier can get you from Omaha to Illinois in just under 1h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 29m. The distance between Omaha and Illinois is about 422 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $61 and $73, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Omaha to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Omaha to Illinois is Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago Midway or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Omaha to Illinois?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Omaha to Illinois consider choosing GoJet (100%), Lufthansa (78%) or ANA (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Omaha to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Omaha to Illinois? While on average our users pay $986, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $146. The most popular route (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $171.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Omaha to Illinois (average of $102). Flying from Omaha 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 Omaha to Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Omaha 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$203Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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