Chicago to Omaha (ORD–OMA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Chicago to Omaha
7 carriers, 235 flights/week nonstop.
7 Airlines
235 Flights/wk
415 mi
1h 22m nonstop
68 1-stop hubs
ORD–OMA is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 415 miles in approximately 1h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 68 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop ORD–OMA service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| UA United Airlines | 96 | 319, 320, 738, 73G, 7M8, CR5, E7W | 1h38-2h24 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 49 | CR7, E70, E75 | 1h22-1h50 | Oneworld | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 35 | 319, 73G, E7W | 1h38-1h44 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 27 | E70, E75 | 1h40-1h50 | Oneworld | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 14 | E75 | 1h40-1h42 | – | – | |
| GF Gulf Air | 14 | 319, E75 | 1h31-1h42 | – | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ORD to OMA direction.
Mon
33
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33
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33
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33
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12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
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43
Nonstop flights
235
Outbound / wk
241
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to OMA.
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One-Stop Connections
68
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORD → OMA
30%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
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30%
Arriving
100%
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OMA → ORD
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
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100%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
ORD delays → OMA delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Omaha from Chicago
Nearby airports with service to Eppley Airfield.
| Metric | ORD→OMA | MDW→OMA | GYY→OMA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ORD | – | 15 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 235 | 50 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 22m | 1h 5m | 1h 12m |
| Departure OTP | 30% | – | – |
Airports within 200 miles of ORD with service to Eppley Airfield.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Omaha is 0 hours
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Chicago.
ORD: CDT · OMA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Omaha.
ORD: CDT · OMA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Omaha.
Distance & Flight Time
415 mi / 668 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 22m to 2h 24m.
Getting to ORD
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
Facts
ORD–OMA Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Chicago to Omaha route.
Route details
Distance415 mi / 668 km
Flight time1h 22m to 2h 24m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)7
Weekly flights235 out / 241 return
1-stop connections68 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: OMA
Full nameEppley Airfield
IATA / ICAOOMA / KOMA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr5.2M
Elevation984 ft / 300 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ORD to OMA flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Eppley Airfield take approximately 1h 22m to 2h 24m. The route covers 415 miles.
7 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Aer Lingus, Gulf Air, SkyWest Airlines and United Airlines.
There are approximately 235 nonstop flights per week from ORD to OMA. The return direction has about 241 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CID, LNK, MKE, FSD, SBN, SDF, IND, ICT, MKC, TME, YYZ, PIT, CHO, SHV, TUL, TEB, IAD, RIL, SAF, EGE, TEX, DOV, CHA, MSY, AGS, ASE, HPN, AUS, MTJ, EWR, PHL, SCF, BDL, SUA, JAX, HOU, TUS, PSP, UDD, EYW, SJC, STT, STL, MSP, DCA, SLC, DFW, DEN, ATL, CLT, BNA, DTW, MIA, LAS, PHX, MCO, IAH, LGA, SRQ, MDW, LAX, FLL, DAL, SEA, SAN, SFO, SUS and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from OMA to ORD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
United operates the most nonstop frequencies, with 4 to 6 daily departures. American also flies the route 1 to 2 times daily. United uses E175 regional jets for most departures. Block time is 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 45 minutes. The sector is 415 miles.
Southwest does not currently fly nonstop MDW-OMA. The Omaha route is concentrated at O'Hare. If you are on the south side of Chicago, Midway may have one-stop options through Southwest's network, but the nonstop service is all at ORD.
Eppley Airfield (OMA) is compact and efficient. One terminal building handles all airlines. Security lines are rarely more than 15 minutes. The airport is 4 miles from downtown Omaha, and a taxi or rideshare to the Old Market district takes about 10 minutes. Free cell phone lots and short-term parking are available right at the terminal.
O'Hare is one of the most delay-prone airports in the US during winter. Heavy snow, freezing rain, and low ceilings all reduce ORD throughput. Omaha handles winter weather with less disruption since the airport has lower traffic volume. The weakest link on this route in winter is almost always the O'Hare end. Early morning departures have the best on-time record.
Chicago O'Hare to Omaha: Midwest Business Link
ORD-OMA connects the nation's third-largest metro to Nebraska's largest city. United Airlines operates the majority of nonstop service with 4 to 6 daily departures on E175 regional jets. American adds 1 to 2 daily frequencies. Block time is about 1 hour 35 minutes over 415 miles. The route carries a heavy corporate load. Omaha is home to Berkshire Hathaway, Mutual of Omaha, Union Pacific, and several other Fortune 500 companies, generating consistent weekday business demand between the two cities.
O'Hare Hub Value and Omaha Airport Experience
O'Hare's role as United's largest hub makes ORD-OMA valuable beyond the point-to-point market. Passengers from the East Coast, West Coast, and international origins connect through ORD to reach Omaha on a single itinerary. The connecting function is critical because Omaha does not have the traffic volume to support nonstop service to many destinations on its own. Eppley Airfield (OMA) is one of the most efficient airports in the region. Low congestion, short security lines, and a 10-minute ride to downtown make the Omaha end of the trip painless. The contrast with O'Hare's complexity is sharp. ORD passengers should allow extra time for taxiing and potential weather delays, particularly from November through March.