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Cheap Flights To Omaha

Omaha has long held an important place in American history, truly serving as a gateway to the west. When covered wagon was the mode of transportation, many stopped in Omaha for supplies before heading out into the western wilderness. When the railroads arrived, this city became an important trade and transportation center, and continues to attract year round visitors today, offering a broad range of attractions. Cheap flights to Omaha are readily available, landing at Eppley Field (OMA), which is located just 3 short miles from the downtown area. With Wi-Fi, car rental, and a variety of other amenities, OMA is a modern, well-organized airport.

Today, Omaha has a population of just over 400,000 and is home to numerous colleges and universities, including Clarkson College and University of Nebraska at Omaha. Local attractions include the famed Henry Doorly Zoo, which is truly extraordinary, numerous museums, such as the Art Deco styled Durham Western Heritage Museum and the Great Plains Black Museum, and several remarkable parks and gardens. Art galleries and performing arts are also plentiful. Families with children are sure to enjoy the Fun Plex Amusement Park and there are some excellent local golf courses. While there is bus service, visitors will likely find renting a car much more convenient.

Peak travel tends to fall in the summer months as the winters can be quite cold. However, cheap hotels in Omaha can be found most times of the year. For those not taking advantage of the numerous opportunities to book cheap flights to Omaha, average airfares, before fees and taxes, from Los Angeles and New York City are about $225, with those coming in from Miami paying around $300.