Flying from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA). Explore your options for leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), the city's main airports.
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport flight.
Omaha (where Eppley Airfield Airport is located) and Houston share the UTC-5 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 16 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:55am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from IAH to OMA is with United Airlines at 8:11pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to OMA.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from IAH, you can take a direct flight from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport with United Airlines.
The most frequently booked airline between IAH and OMA is United Airlines.
With 70.25% of its services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider starting your journey from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) flight ticket from this hub.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to OMA out of HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
On the HOU to OMA route, Southwest Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Fly with Southwest Airlines if punctuality is a priority. Its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Eppley Airfield Airport touch down as scheduled 90.77% of the time.
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Houston to OMA flight? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
Consider booking a hotel close to OMA if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Travel at your own speed with an Eppley Airfield Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Payless or Alamo and find adventure across Omaha and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport flight.
Getting from Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA) to central Omaha
Central Omaha is roughly 6 kilometres from Eppley Airfield Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport is $150. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $419. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to OMA, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport (OMA). Plan your visit to Omaha in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Houston to OMA flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Omaha to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Omaha
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Omaha right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Eppley Airfield Airport:
Kiewit Luminarium and Suzanne & Walter Scott Aquarium are a couple of top attractions to put on your Omaha to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out OUR BODY: The Universe Within.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Omaha, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres south-east to Kansas City to check off its top attractions. From Jazz 1 to National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Des Moines is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres east of Omaha. No journey is complete without a visit to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Centre of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theatre and State Historical Museum.
