What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Nebraska according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nebraska to Chicago?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Nebraska to Chicago

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from Nebraska to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Omaha to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1h 37m on average, while flying from Lincoln to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1h 45m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

How many flights depart from Nebraska to Chicago on average per week?

As of May 2026, there are 361 flights per week flying from Nebraska to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Nebraska to Chicago on average per day?

51 flights are operational daily from Nebraska to Chicago as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 51% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nebraska to Chicago?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nebraska to Chicago?

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Nebraska to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nebraska to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nebraska to Chicago.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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8:15 pm - 8:52 pm

OMA

ORD

24h 37m

1 stop

9:48 pm - 7:34 pm

ORD

OMA

21h 46m

1 stop

$158Frontier

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

8:15 pm - 8:52 pm

OMA

ORD

24h 37m

1 stop

9:48 pm - 7:34 pm

ORD

OMA

21h 46m

1 stop

$201Frontier

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

8:08 am - 10:00 am

SUX

ORD

1h 52mnonstop

3:59 pm - 5:53 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 54mnonstop

$224United Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Sat, Jun 20

5:32 am - 7:30 am

LNK

ORD

1h 58mnonstop

10:38 pm - 12:25 am

ORD

LNK

1h 47mnonstop

$239American Airlines

Fri, Jul 3 - Mon, Jul 6

5:10 am - 7:12 am

LNK

ORD

2h 02mnonstop

10:12 pm - 11:59 pm

ORD

LNK

1h 47mnonstop

$249American Airlines

Fri, Jun 26 - Tue, Jun 30

1:10 pm - 2:35 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

9:00 pm - 10:30 pm

MDW

OMA

1h 30mnonstop

$287Southwest

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 10

4:35 pm - 6:00 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

2:40 pm - 4:10 pm

MDW

OMA

1h 30mnonstop

$289Southwest

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 2

6:42 pm - 8:24 am

OMA

MDW

13h 42m

1 stop

12:04 pm - 5:06 pm

MDW

OMA

29h 02m

2 stops

$293Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Wed, Sep 2

8:08 am - 10:00 am

SUX

ORD

1h 52mnonstop

3:59 pm - 5:53 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 54mnonstop

$305United Airlines

Sat, Jun 20 - Sun, Jun 21

8:19 pm - 8:45 pm

OMA

RFD

24h 26m

2 stops

2:13 pm - 12:14 pm

RFD

OMA

22h 01m

1 stop

$394Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

American Airlines flights from Nebraska to Chicago

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American Airlines

Jul 3

LNK5:32 amLincoln

1h 58m

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 6

ORD10:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 47m

LNK12:25 amLincoln

$239

American Airlines

Aug 26

LNK5:00 amLincoln

2h 02m

ORD7:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 30

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 48m

LNK11:03 pmLincoln

$249

American Airlines

Jun 25

LNK5:10 amLincoln

2h 02m

ORD7:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 2

ORD10:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 47m

LNK12:25 amLincoln

$250

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Frontier

Aug 11

OMA8:15 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 37m

1 stop

ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 25

ORD9:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 46m

1 stop

OMA7:34 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$158

Frontier

Aug 11

OMA8:15 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 37m

1 stop

ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 18

ORD9:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 46m

1 stop

OMA7:34 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$201

Frontier

Aug 11

OMA8:15 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 34m

2 stops

ORD12:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 1

ORD9:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 46m

1 stop

OMA7:34 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$205

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Tue 8/11

8:15 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop24h 37m

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Tue 8/25

9:48 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop21h 46m

$158

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OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/11

8:15 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop24h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

9:48 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop21h 46m

$201

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SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sat 6/6

8:08 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

3:59 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$224

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LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Fri 7/3

5:32 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/6

10:38 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$239

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LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Fri 6/26

5:10 am-7:12 am

Nonstop2h 02m

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10:12 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$249

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Wed 6/10

1:10 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

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Wed 6/10

9:00 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$287

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OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 6/1

4:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

2:40 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$289

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OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 8/8

6:42 pm-8:24 am

1 stop13h 42m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/2

12:04 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops29h 02m

$293

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SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Sat 6/20

8:08 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/21

3:59 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$305

OmahaChicago

OMA - RFD

OMARFD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/19

8:19 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Wed 8/26

2:13 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop22h 01m

$394

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Nebraska, with most prices found around $80. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Nebraska to Chicago during August average around $91.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $494. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Nebraska to Chicago for around $671.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Nebraska to Chicago during this time can be as low as $485. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $764.

What is the cheapest Nebraska to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Nebraska to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Nebraska when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $323 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Nebraska for as low as $188 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Nebraska to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Nebraska to Chicago.

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Best Price Found	$208
Fastest flight time	1h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Nebraska in the past 72 hours is $208. The best round-trip flight deal from Nebraska to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $287.

The fastest flight from Nebraska to Chicago takes 1h 20m

Direct flights go from Nebraska to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Nebraska there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nebraska to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Nebraska to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nebraska to Chicago?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Nebraska to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nebraska to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nebraska to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Nebraska to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Nebraska and Chicago, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 10.74% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.30%, Embraer 170 with 9.26%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet with 8.27%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,711 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $227	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,299 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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