Flying from Eppley Airfield (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport takes 1 hour 26 minutes, on average. Chicago's timezone is UTC-5 — identical to Omaha.
There are 42 flights from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport each week. Take the 05:00 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from OMA to MDW is 22:55.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the OMA - MDW route are:
Dallas Love Field
Nashville International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eppley Airfield (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport is C$144. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$280. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from OMA to MDW.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Eppley Airfield (OMA)
Traveling from central Omaha to Eppley Airfield takes approximately 22 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 13 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near OMA? If you've booked an early flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDW instead:
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
From Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 46 minutes.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Eppley Airfield to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you want to go to Chicago during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from OMA to MDW in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
As soon as you've booked your flights from OMA to MDW, you'll want to find a place to stay in Chicago. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are leading attractions which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with hotels and a car rental
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