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$69+ 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — OMA
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$340

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 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 June 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/79:40 pmSTL - OMA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 8/115:20 amOMA - STL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 8/74:32 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/112:17 pmOMA - STL
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$145
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/55:40 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop16h 36mFrontier
Tue 7/87:51 pmOMA - STL
1 stop13h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/14$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/306:24 pmPIA - OMA
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/65:11 amOMA - PIA
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 10/1612:40 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sun 10/197:40 amOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 6/308:13 pmORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/411:28 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/149:12 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Thu 6/197:51 pmOMA - MDW
1 stop15h 49mFrontier
Deal found 6/14$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1811:28 amORD - OMA
1 stop22h 52mFrontier
Sun 6/2211:10 amOMA - ORD
1 stop21h 28mFrontier
Deal found 6/14$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:15 amSTL - LNK
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/411:47 amLNK - STL
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sat 6/285:25 pmPIA - OMA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/211:28 amOMA - PIA
1 stop3h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop12h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/114:00 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 7/48:05 amORD - OMA
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/87:20 pmOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/15$243

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 16, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/7

9:40 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/11

5:20 am-6:35 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$137

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/7

4:32 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/11

2:17 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$145

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/5

5:40 pm-10:16 am

1 stop16h 36m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/8

7:51 pm-9:11 am

1 stop13h 20m

$190

PeoriaOmaha

PIA - OMA

PIAOMA

Greater Peoria

Wed 7/30

6:24 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/6

5:11 am-10:44 am

1 stop5h 33m

$229

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

8:13 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/4

11:28 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$237

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/16

12:40 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/19

7:40 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$237

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/29

1:09 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/5

1:16 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$238

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

5:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/31

6:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$238

St. LouisLincoln

STL - LNK

STLLNK

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/30

5:15 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 06m

Lincoln

Fri 7/4

11:47 am-4:31 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$239

PeoriaOmaha

PIA - OMA

PIAOMA

Greater Peoria

Sat 6/28

5:25 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 7/2

11:28 am-3:03 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$239

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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 June 16, 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 June 16, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USNE are scheduled on a Wednesday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in Nebraska by month

Plan your trip to Nebraska by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nebraska ranges from 0.7 - 4.8 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Nebraska when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Nebraska by month

Plan your trip to Nebraska by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nebraska, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Nebraska, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,285 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
722 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Nebraska. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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