How to travel from Phoenix to Omaha, United States of America

The distance between Phoenix and Omaha is around 1,047 miles (1,685km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Phoenix to Omaha by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Omaha (OMA).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    $380
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Las Cruces NM then Denver and then to Omaha Ne.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $245
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Flagstaff Station then take the train to Kansas City then take the bus to Omaha NE.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $250
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Omaha.

  • Duration21h 40m
  • Distance1,449 miles (2,332km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phoenix and Omaha

There are several options for getting from Phoenix to Omaha by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $245 and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $380.

The distance between Phoenix and Omaha is around 1,047 miles (1,685km).

It takes around 3hrs to get from Phoenix and Omaha by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Phoenix to Omaha is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx $380.

The cheapest way to travel between Phoenix and Omaha, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $245 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phoenix and Omaha. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Omaha (OMA). instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Phoenix and Omaha. It typically takes around 1 day 4h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Phoenix to Omaha. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Las Cruces NM, Denver and Denver Co. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 4h.

EPLA Limo Express, Burlington Trailways, Greyhound USA and Express Arrow run regular bus services between Phoenix and Omaha. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 4h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Phoenix and Omaha. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and arrive at Omaha (OMA). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Phoenix and Omaha with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 25m.

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta fly between Phoenix and Omaha. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Omaha (OMA). These flights usually take around 2h 25m.

The flight from Phoenix to Omaha typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Omaha (OMA).

The closest major airport to Omaha is Lincoln Airport (LNK) (LNK) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Omaha. Des Moines International Airport (DSM) (DSM) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) (MCI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Phoenix and Omaha. The distance is around 1,449 miles (2,332km) by road and it will take around 21h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phoenix to Omaha is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around $380.

How do I get from Phoenix to Omaha

Compare travel optionsbetween Phoenix and Omaha

Transport options from Phoenix to Omaha
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3hrs
$380
once daily1,685km (1,047 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 4h
$245
once daily2,621km (1,629 miles)
Bus via Albuquerque1 day 4h
$245
3 times a week2,377km (1,477 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 6h
$250
once daily2,553km (1,586 miles)
Drive
21h 40m
$145
on demand2,332km (1,449 miles)

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Airports near Omaha

The following major airports near Omaha offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

LNK
Lincoln Airport (LNK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
51 miles (82km) from Omaha
DSM
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
International Airport
Distance
120 miles (193km) from Omaha
MCI
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
International Airport
Distance
150 miles (242km) from Omaha