Direct (nonstop) flights from Omaha to Chicago

1 airline flys nonstop from Eppley Afld (OMA) to Chicago Midway International (MDW). It's 424 miles (682 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

OMA
Eppley Afld
🇺🇸 Omaha, USA
MDW
Chicago Midway International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
424 mi
682 km
CO₂/pax
78 kg
−57 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
OMA → MDW
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
424 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Omaha to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 78 kg CO₂ per passenger

OMA STL (Saint Louis) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (341 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (252 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → STL
1h 15m · 341 mi
View OMA to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → MDW
1h 5m · 252 mi
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OMA MSP (Minneapolis) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (282 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (349 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+82% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → MSP
1h 20m · 282 mi
View OMA to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → MDW
1h 30m · 349 mi
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OMA DTW (Detroit) MDW
Leg 1: 2h (651 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+140% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → DTW
2h · 651 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
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OMA BNA (Nashville) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (612 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (394 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → BNA
1h 45m · 612 mi
View OMA to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → MDW
1h 35m · 394 mi
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OMA DAL (Dallas) MDW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (585 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (793 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 280 kg CO₂ (+259% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → DAL
1h 50m · 585 mi
View OMA to DAL flights →
Leg 2
DAL → MDW
2h 10m · 793 mi
View DAL to MDW flights →

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MDW → OMA: Flights from Chicago to Omaha

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Omaha to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago (MDW) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 424 miles (682 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Omaha to Chicago?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Omaha to Chicago?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Omaha from Chicago?

The flight distance from Omaha to Chicago is 424 miles (682 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Omaha to Chicago?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Omaha to Chicago?

Roughly 78 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 390 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago to Omaha also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Chicago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Eppley Afld for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.