Omaha to Chicago (OMA–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
OMA–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 415 miles in approximately 1h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, NH, NZ | 63 | 319, 320, 737, 739, E7W | 1h21-1h55 | Star Alliance | AC, NH, NZ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | 47 | 319, CR7, E70, E75 | 1h30-2h05 | Oneworld | AS, BA, EI, GF, IB, JL, QR, RJ | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Omaha
| Metric | OMA→ORD | LNK→ORD | SUX→ORD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from OMA | – | 55 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 320 | 84 | 14 |
| Flight time | 1h 51m | 1h 41m | 1h 52m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
OMA: CDT · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Omaha, it's 6:00 PM in Chicago.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
OMA–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Omaha to Chicago O'Hare: Midwest Hub Spoke
OMA-ORD is a classic regional jet route feeding United's O'Hare hub. The 416-mile sector runs 4 to 6 daily nonstops on E175 and CRJ-200 equipment operated by United Express partners. Block time is 1 hour 25 to 35 minutes. The route is overwhelmingly a connection play. Omaha's corporate base in finance, insurance, and agriculture generates consistent weekday demand. Berkshire Hathaway, Mutual of Omaha, and ConAgra are headquartered in the metro area. Weekend demand is thinner, and United sometimes reduces frequencies on Saturdays.
Chicago Options from Omaha
Southwest operates OMA-MDW (Midway) as the alternative for point-to-point Chicago travel. Midway is closer to downtown Chicago and avoids O'Hare's congestion delays. For passengers whose final destination is actually Chicago, MDW is often the better choice. For passengers connecting onward, ORD is necessary. O'Hare offers connections to over 200 domestic and international destinations on United alone. Eppley Airfield in Omaha is a compact single-terminal airport with short security lines. Parking at OMA is inexpensive by major airport standards, with economy lots running $7 to $9 per day.