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

Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Nebraska 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 Nebraska according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% 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 Nebraska to Illinois on average per week?

The number of flights available between Nebraska and Illinois is 264 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from Nebraska to Illinois?

The flight from Nebraska to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Omaha (a popular airport in Nebraska) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 1h 34m on average. If you fly from Lincoln (another popular airport in Nebraska) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 1h 48m.

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

37 flights are operational daily from Nebraska to Illinois as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 58% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Nebraska to Illinois were last updated today.

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

As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Nebraska to Illinois.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nebraska to Illinois.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:54 am - 10:39 pm

OMA

ORD

10h 45m1 stop

10:53 am - 8:19 pm

ORD

OMA

9h 26m1 stop

$162Frontier

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12

1:04 pm - 11:25 pm

OMA

MDW

10h 21m1 stop

6:00 am - 11:56 am

MDW

OMA

5h 56m1 stop

$180Frontier

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

5:50 am - 8:00 am

LNK

ORD

2h 10mnonstop

8:45 am - 11:00 am

ORD

LNK

2h 15mnonstop

$189United Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

1:11 pm - 10:56 pm

OMA

ORD

9h 45m1 stop

8:00 am - 10:20 am

ORD

OMA

26h 20m1 stop

$194Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11

12:45 pm - 2:40 pm

SUX

ORD

1h 55mnonstop

3:35 pm - 5:32 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 57mnonstop

$204United Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12

5:32 pm - 7:41 pm

LNK

ORD

26h 09m1 stop

6:05 am - 4:52 pm

ORD

LNK

10h 47m1 stop

$208Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 30mnonstop

8:25 am - 10:05 am

MDW

OMA

1h 40mnonstop

$215Southwest

Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18

7:20 am - 9:00 am

OMA

MDW

1h 40mnonstop

5:05 am - 12:35 pm

MDW

OMA

7h 30m1 stop

$225Southwest

Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18

7:05 am - 9:00 am

OMA

ORD

1h 55mnonstop

7:33 pm - 9:17 pm

ORD

OMA

1h 44mnonstop

$236American Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17

7:18 pm - 11:40 pm

OMA

MLI

4h 22m1 stop

6:00 am - 10:42 am

MLI

OMA

4h 42m1 stop

$459American Airlines

Fri, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 30

American Airlines flights from Nebraska to Illinois

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American Airlines

Feb 14

OMA7:05 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

1h 55m

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 17

ORD7:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 44m

OMA9:17 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$236

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American Airlines

Jan 17

OMA11:09 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 20m

1 stop

ORD7:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 18

ORD3:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 51m

OMA5:49 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$246

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American Airlines

Jan 6

OMA7:13 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

1h 57m

ORD9:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 6

ORD3:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 53m

1 stop

OMA10:14 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$267

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United Airlines flights from Nebraska to Illinois

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United Airlines

Jan 14

LNK5:50 amLincoln

2h 10m

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 21

ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15m

LNK11:00 amLincoln

$189

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United Airlines

Apr 10

SUX12:45 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

1h 55m

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 12

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 57m

SUX5:32 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

$204

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United Airlines

Jan 17

OMA6:35 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

1h 50m

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 18

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 41m

OMA5:36 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$215

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OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/9

11:54 am-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

10:53 am-8:19 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$162

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/27

1:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

$180

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 1/14

5:50 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

8:45 am-11:00 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$189

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/9

1:11 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

8:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop26h 20m

$194

Sioux CityChicago

SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Fri 4/10

12:45 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

3:35 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$204

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 1/14

5:32 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop26h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

6:05 am-4:52 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$208

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/17

3:00 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

8:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$215

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/17

7:20 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

5:05 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$225

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

7:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

7:33 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$236

OmahaMoline

OMA - MLI

OMAMLI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 12/26

7:18 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

$459

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nebraska to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Nebraska is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $233, 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 August, then flying in July is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $284.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Nebraska to Illinois is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $508. Flights from Nebraska to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $780. 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 Nebraska to Illinois during this time can be as low as $515. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $858.

What is the cheapest Nebraska to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Omaha Eppley Airfield to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Nebraska - Illinois flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Nebraska when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $308 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Nebraska for as low as $233 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Nebraska to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Nebraska to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found	$207
Fastest flight time	1h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Nebraska in the past 72 hours is $207. The best round-trip flight deal from Nebraska to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $334.

The fastest flight from Nebraska to Illinois takes 1h 15m

Direct flights go from Nebraska to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Nebraska there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nebraska to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Nebraska to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nebraska to Illinois?
As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Nebraska to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nebraska to Illinois?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nebraska to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Nebraska to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Nebraska and Illinois, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 17.21% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A319 with 11.73%, Embraer 170 with 9.63%, and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 7.68%.

Best airlines flying from Nebraska to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,253 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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Can I find flights from Nebraska to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Illinois from Nebraska which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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