Flying from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA). Explore the options for taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield flight.
Omaha Eppley Airfield is located in Omaha. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Chicago.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) is the most popular route. There are 59 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:22pm. Opt for the first ORD to OMA departure operated by American Airlines at 7:05am if you'd rather not wait around.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Chicago to OMA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) are available from here.
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield jetting out of ORD.
Most passengers choose to book seats with United from ORD to OMA.
The top on-time carrier on this route is United. Its services arrive as planned 73.2% of the time.
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) plane ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check if flying out of MDW makes more sense for your journey.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to OMA out of MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.
On the MDW to OMA route, Southwest Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Chicago Midway International Airport and Omaha Eppley Airfield, with 76.65% of its services arriving as scheduled.
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to OMA flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield flight without having to rush. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield. Book one of these accommodation options near OMA instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) to central Omaha
Central Omaha is around 10 kilometres from Omaha Eppley Airfield and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield is ج.م. 4,696. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 12,219. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to OMA.
The best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA). July is the most popular month to visit Omaha. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
Book a Chicago to OMA plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Omaha to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Omaha
After booking your flight from Chicago to Omaha Eppley Airfield, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Omaha:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Omaha when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Kiewit Luminarium followed by OUR BODY: The Universe Within and Orpheum Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Omaha. Around 274 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include National WWI Museum and Memorial, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Union Station - 2017.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Des Moines, roughly 193 kilometres east of Omaha. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum are among its highlights.
