What is the cheapest airline that flies from Lincoln to Illinois?

United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Lincoln to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Lincoln, Nebraska according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois on average per week?

As of July 2026, 83 flights take off from Lincoln, Nebraska and land in Illinois each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois on average per day?

The number of flights available between Lincoln, Nebraska and Illinois is 11 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 52% of daily flights leaving at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?

There are 2 operators available for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lincoln Airport to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$160 Cheap Flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois in 2026

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5:30 am - 7:25 am

LNK

ORD

1h 55mnonstop

10:30 pm - 12:17 am

ORD

LNK

1h 47mnonstop

$249American Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Aug 30

5:30 am - 7:25 am

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ORD

1h 55mnonstop

6:00 am - 2:06 pm

ORD

LNK

8h 06m

1 stop

$259American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

5:30 am - 7:25 am

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ORD

1h 55mnonstop

10:30 pm - 12:17 am

ORD

LNK

1h 47mnonstop

$264American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

2:36 pm - 9:16 pm

LNK

ORD

6h 40m

1 stop

6:00 am - 2:06 pm

ORD

LNK

8h 06m

1 stop

$269American Airlines

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5:45 am - 7:52 am

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ORD

2h 07mnonstop

7:45 pm - 9:45 pm

ORD

LNK

2h 00mnonstop

$270United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10

2:36 pm - 9:16 pm

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ORD

6h 40m

1 stop

10:30 pm - 12:17 am

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LNK

1h 47mnonstop

$274American Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 17

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ORD

2h 05mnonstop

5:59 am - 7:59 am

ORD

LNK

2h 00mnonstop

$289United Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11

6:00 am - 12:11 pm

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STL

6h 11m

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1:36 pm - 8:26 pm

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LNK

6h 50m

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$329United Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 11

1:04 pm - 8:46 pm

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7h 42m

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10:53 am - 3:29 pm

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LNK

4h 36m

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$342United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

2:50 pm - 1:17 am

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STL

10h 27m

1 stop

10:35 am - 5:49 pm

STL

LNK

31h 14m

2 stops

$416Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20

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American Airlines flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois

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Aug 27

LNK5:30 amLincoln

1h 55m

ORD7:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 30

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 47m

LNK12:17 amLincoln

$249

American Airlines

Aug 26

LNK5:30 amLincoln

1h 55m

ORD7:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 30

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 47m

LNK12:17 amLincoln

$254

American Airlines

Sep 5

LNK5:30 amLincoln

1h 55m

ORD7:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 8

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 47m

LNK12:17 amLincoln

$264

United Airlines flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois

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Aug 21

LNK6:00 amLincoln

2h 04m

ORD8:04 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 28

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 00m

LNK5:45 pmLincoln

$259

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Oct 7

LNK5:45 amLincoln

2h 07m

ORD7:52 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 10

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 00m

LNK9:45 pmLincoln

$270

United Airlines

Aug 7

LNK7:30 amLincoln

2h 05m

ORD9:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 9

ORD7:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 08m

LNK9:59 pmLincoln

$289

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Lincoln

Thu 8/27

5:30 am-7:25 am

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10:30 pm-12:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

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Lincoln

Sat 9/5

5:30 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

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Tue 9/8

6:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$259

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Lincoln

Sat 9/5

5:30 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

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10:30 pm-12:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

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LNK - ORD

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Lincoln

Sat 9/5

2:36 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 40m

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Tue 9/8

6:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$269

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5:45 am-7:52 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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7:45 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$270

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LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 8/5

2:36 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

10:30 pm-12:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$274

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Fri 8/7

7:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

5:59 am-7:59 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$289

LincolnSt. Louis

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Lincoln

Fri 8/7

6:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/11

1:36 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$329

LincolnSt. Louis

LNK - STL

LNKSTL

Lincoln

Fri 9/4

1:04 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/6

10:53 am-3:29 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$342

LincolnSt. Louis

LNK - STL

LNKSTL

Lincoln

Sat 10/17

2:50 pm-1:17 am

1 stop10h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/20

10:35 am-5:49 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$416

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Lincoln, Nebraska is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $275, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of November, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $283.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

The cheapest day to depart from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $419. Flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $636. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. Flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois during this time can be as low as $455. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $567.

What is the cheapest Lincoln to Illinois flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Lincoln, Nebraska when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $345 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Lincoln, Nebraska for as low as $219 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$323
Fastest flight time	1h 58m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Lincoln, Nebraska in the past 72 hours is $323. The best round-trip flight deal from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $348.

The fastest flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois takes 1h 58m

Direct flights go from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Lincoln, Nebraska there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Lincoln Airport to Illinois as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Lincoln Airport to Illinois?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lincoln Airport to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet (30.63% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 (30.63%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (26.07%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (1.91%).

Best airlines flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,026 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $229	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,842 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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