I love hearing on the news an announcement of an airline adding a non-stop flights from Omaha. I try to avoid layovers when traveling with the kids. I’ll gladly pay more for a direct flight. It’s great just to bring a carry-on and be on your way as soon as you land.
Updated: This post was first published in 2018 and has been updated in March 2023.
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Pack a carry-on with the essentials and you’re good — just don’t bring more than you’re supposed to! Be sure you know how much liquid can you take on a plane, for instance. Carry-ons should be able to carry all the clothes and toiletries you need. Some airlines will allow a second bag, like a purse or backpack, where you can hold your magazines, laptop, or headphones for airplanes.
Direct Flight Options From Omaha
Thinking back to those Florida trips makes me all wistful for winter vacation to a warmer city. Nothing is planned. Yet. But a travel blogger can dream. It doesn’t have to cost much. CheapOair has roundtrip fares for under $199. You can search flights here.
About low cost airlines: Flying on one of these low-cost airlines makes for memorable trips! Read about my quick trips to Tampa Bay and Orlando flying with Allegiant. If you’re schedule is flexible, you just can’t beat the price.
Let’s start first with flights that make great escapes in the winter.
Direct flights to warm winter destinations
Destin, Fla. (seasonal)
Fort Myers, Fla. (seasonal)
Las Vegas
Miami
Orlando – Read this guide to explore around Orlando and Central Florida; if you’re looking for Disney ideas, just check out my Planning a Disney Trip Pinterest board
Phoenix
Punta Gorda, Fla. (seasonal)
San Diego – Use this guide to find great family hotels in San Diego
San Francisco
St. Petersburg, Fla.
Tampa – Use this guide to plan a weekend getaway for the family!
Here’s the complete list of direct flights from Omaha:
Atlanta
Charlotte
Chicago – Don’t skip one of the world-class museums! Here’s a guide to taking kids to the three of the biggest museums in Chicago – The Field Museum, the Museum of Science & Industry, and the Art Institute of Chicago
Dallas
Denver
Destin, Fla. (seasonal)
Detroit – If you’re in Detroit, don’t skip seeing some of the amazing museums there. Here’s a guide taking kids to some of the city’s best museums, including The Henry Ford and Motown Museum.
Fort Myers, Fla. (seasonal)
Houston
Los Angeles
Las Vegas
Miami
Milwaukee
Minneapolis/St. Paul – This bucket list can get you started in planning a visit, thought it is geared toward those visiting during the holidays (because the Twin Cities have some incredible celebration). But I include some restaurants and museums that are great to visit year-round.
Nashville – Think you’ll go to the Grand Ole Opry? Read what you can expect if you’re bringing kids to the Opry.
New York City
Orlando
Philadelphia
Phoenix
Portland, Ore. (seasonal)
Punta Gorda, Fla. (seasonal)
Salt Lake City
San Diego
San Francisco
Seattle
St. Petersburg, Fla.
St. Louis – Use this St. Louis Bucket List to get started on planning the trip!
Tampa
Toronto, Canada
Washington, D.C.
This list only involves flights out of Eppley Airfield in Omaha. To see updates to the direct flight travel map, be sure to check here.
Where would you fly directly to if given the chance this winter?