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$54+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Omaha (OMA)

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — OMA
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sun 11/9
Sun 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Omaha

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Omaha flight deals. Data was last updated October 10, 2025.

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3 stars

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Round-trip from

$162
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$281

Good round-trip deal

$210 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Omaha
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Omaha. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Fri 10/247:52 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop24h 12mFrontier
Mon 10/278:59 pmOMA - STL
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 10/7$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/63:18 pmORD - OMA
2 stops28h 48mFrontier
Thu 11/137:46 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop28h 29mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$189
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/67:45 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop24h 21mFrontier
Thu 11/137:46 pmOMA - STL
1 stop13h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 11/612:30 pmMDW - OMA
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Thu 11/137:46 pmOMA - MDW
2 stops21h 11mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/208:25 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Mon 11/244:15 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 11/207:05 amORD - OMA
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/246:00 amOMA - ORD
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/9$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Fri 11/76:00 amORD - OMA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Sun 11/97:46 pmOMA - ORD
2 stops14h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$228
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Thu 10/236:50 amORD - OMA
1 stop13h 14mFrontier
Fri 10/248:59 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop26h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$230
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/236:50 amORD - OMA
1 stop13h 14mFrontier
Sat 10/258:59 pmOMA - ORD
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/7$231
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
Fri 10/177:52 pmSTL - OMA
1 stop24h 12mFrontier
Fri 10/318:51 pmOMA - STL
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:20 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 12/256:00 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/8$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/812:30 pmMDW - OMA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 1/63:10 pmOMA - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 10/8$237

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Omaha 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 October 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Omaha that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Omaha

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/24

7:52 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop24h 12m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/27

8:59 pm-9:07 am

1 stop12h 08m

$162

St. LouisOmaha

STL - OMA

STLOMA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/6

7:45 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop24h 21m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/13

7:46 pm-9:07 am

1 stop13h 21m

$196

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/20

8:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/24

4:15 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$226

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

12:45 pm-2:21 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/8

11:27 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$237

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/8

12:30 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/6

3:10 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$237

PeoriaOmaha

PIA - OMA

PIAOMA

Greater Peoria

Sat 10/25

8:10 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 10/29

8:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$239

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/24

12:11 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/27

11:51 am-11:46 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$245

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

8:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

6:00 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$245

ChicagoOmaha

MDW - OMA

MDWOMA

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/30

12:40 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 11/1

3:15 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$245

ChicagoOmaha

ORD - OMA

ORDOMA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

10:05 am-5:02 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 1/5

5:35 pm-8:47 am

1 stop15h 12m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Omaha

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Omaha (average of $122). Flying from Illinois to Omaha in May is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 OMA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Omaha in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Omaha flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Omaha. 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 October 10, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to OMA are scheduled on a Wednesday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

    Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Illinois to Omaha. It is only a 3.9 mi journey from Eppley Airfield (OMA) to Omaha’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Omaha?

    For as low as $226, Frontier can have you in Omaha from Illinois in 1h 30m. Illinois and Omaha are separated by a distance of 422 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Omaha are United Airlines ($100), Delta ($110), and Southwest ($119).

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

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to Omaha consider choosing Envoy Air (89%), Republic Airways (83%) or Japan Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Omaha?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Omaha? While on average our users pay $304, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $108. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Omaha Eppley Airfield), is priced around $226.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Omaha (average of $122). Flying from Illinois to Omaha in May is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 Omaha

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Omaha. 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 October 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$154Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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