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

Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Nebraska to Illinois

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

The number of flights available between Nebraska and Illinois is 218 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 21% 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 30m 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 47m.

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

31 flights are operational daily from Nebraska to Illinois as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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.

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 February 2026, 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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11:32 am - 11:14 pm

OMA

ORD

11h 42m

1 stop

5:05 am - 1:04 pm

ORD

OMA

7h 59m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23

1:59 pm - 10:39 pm

OMA

ORD

8h 40m

1 stop

5:05 am - 1:04 pm

ORD

OMA

7h 59m

1 stop

$186Frontier

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Feb 23

6:00 pm - 8:02 pm

LNK

ORD

2h 02mnonstop

4:20 pm - 6:17 pm

ORD

LNK

1h 57mnonstop

$189United Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

5:40 am - 10:03 am

OMA

STL

4h 23m

1 stop

6:57 pm - 12:15 am

STL

OMA

5h 18m

1 stop

$201American Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6

12:53 pm - 2:40 pm

SUX

ORD

1h 47mnonstop

4:05 pm - 5:56 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 51mnonstop

$204United Airlines

Fri, Mar 27 - Sun, Mar 29

7:18 pm - 11:35 pm

OMA

STL

4h 17m

1 stop

6:57 pm - 12:15 am

STL

OMA

5h 18m

1 stop

$205American Airlines

Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22

3:35 pm - 5:00 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

9:45 pm - 11:15 pm

MDW

OMA

1h 30mnonstop

$229Southwest

Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 9

1:55 pm - 3:20 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

1:55 pm - 8:00 pm

MDW

OMA

6h 05m

1 stop

$239Southwest

Thu, Apr 23 - Sat, Apr 25

6:21 pm - 7:47 pm

OMA

ORD

25h 26m

1 stop

9:28 am - 8:08 pm

ORD

OMA

34h 40m

2 stops

$241Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 11

2:50 pm - 6:47 am

LNK

ORD

15h 57m

1 stop

8:00 am - 5:58 pm

ORD

LNK

9h 58m

1 stop

$276Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25

Frontier flights from Nebraska to Illinois

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Frontier

Feb 19

OMA11:32 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

11h 42m

1 stop

ORD11:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 23

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 59m

1 stop

OMA1:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$160

Frontier

Feb 20

OMA1:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 40m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 23

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 59m

1 stop

OMA1:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$186

Frontier

Feb 20

OMA1:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

8h 40m

1 stop

ORD10:39 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 23

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 59m

1 stop

OMA1:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$195

United Airlines flights from Nebraska to Illinois

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United Airlines

Apr 22

LNK6:00 pmLincoln

2h 02m

ORD8:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 25

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 57m

LNK6:17 pmLincoln

$189

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Mar 27

SUX12:53 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

1h 47m

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 29

ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 51m

SUX5:56 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

$204

United Airlines

Mar 7

SUX12:53 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

1h 47m

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 14

ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 51m

SUX5:41 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

$212

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OMA - ORD

OMAORD

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Thu 2/19

11:32 am-11:14 pm

1 stop11h 42m

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Mon 2/23

5:05 am-1:04 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$160

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OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/20

1:59 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

5:05 am-1:04 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$186

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LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 4/22

6:00 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

4:20 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$189

OmahaSt. Louis

OMA - STL

OMASTL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 3/1

5:40 am-10:03 am

1 stop4h 23m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/6

6:57 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 18m

$201

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SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Fri 3/27

12:53 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

4:05 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$204

OmahaSt. Louis

OMA - STL

OMASTL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 2/20

7:18 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/22

6:57 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 18m

$205

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/8

3:35 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/9

9:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$229

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/23

1:55 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

1:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$239

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/23

6:21 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop25h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

9:28 am-8:08 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$241

LincolnChicago

LNK - ORD

LNKORD

Lincoln

Wed 4/22

2:50 pm-6:47 am

1 stop15h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

8:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$276

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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 $489. Flights from Nebraska to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $738. 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 $492. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $786.

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 $313 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 $245 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?

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

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Best Price Found	$174
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 $174. The best round-trip flight deal from Nebraska to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $336.

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 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 February 2026, 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 11.95% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 with 10.28%, Embraer 170 with 9.78%, and Airbus A319 with 9.49%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,247 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,245 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $207	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,280 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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Once all potential Nebraska to Illinois flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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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 $492. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $786.

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

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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?

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

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

Frontier, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Nebraska to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

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

31 flights are operational daily from Nebraska to Illinois as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Nebraska and Illinois is 218 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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