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$88+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Nebraska

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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — OMA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Nebraska

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Nebraska flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$88
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$308

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$88 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Nebraska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Nebraska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/284:25 pmSTL - OMA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Thu 9/45:20 amOMA - STL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:20 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/27:40 amOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:45 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/168:00 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/237:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Sat 8/303:18 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2312:54 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/256:19 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$188
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/95:40 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop16h 36mFrontier
Sun 8/107:51 pmOMA - STL
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$195
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/29:12 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Sun 8/37:51 pmOMA - MDW
1 stop15h 50mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$195
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:23 amSTL - OMA
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/192:57 pmOMA - STL
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:08 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Wed 9/36:30 amOMA - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/30$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1911:05 amORD - OMA
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Sat 8/232:10 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/29$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/279:04 amORD - LNK
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/311:00 amLNK - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:32 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Wed 10/16:35 amOMA - STL
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/28$228

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Nebraska 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Nebraska that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Nebraska

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/28

4:25 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/4

5:20 am-6:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$177

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

12:45 pm-2:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$177

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/26

8:20 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/2

7:40 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$177

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/30

3:18 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$178

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

12:54 pm-2:33 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/25

6:19 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$188

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/30

7:54 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop23h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 9/1

8:45 pm-9:11 am

1 stop12h 26m

$195

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

9:12 pm-10:16 am

1 stop13h 04m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/17

7:51 pm-11:41 am

1 stop15h 50m

$195

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/12

8:23 am-4:32 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/19

2:57 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$196

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

1:08 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$197

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

11:05 am-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/23

2:10 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Nebraska

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nebraska (average of $343). Flying from Illinois to Nebraska in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 IL to NE?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Nebraska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Nebraska as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Nebraska

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Nebraska. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USNE are scheduled on a Thursday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nebraska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nebraska. 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 Nebraska. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Illinois to Nebraska have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $88. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Nebraska for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nebraska (average of $343). Flying from Illinois to Nebraska in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 Illinois to Nebraska

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Nebraska. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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