Flying from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK). Explore your options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Chicago to Lincoln Airport flight.
Lincoln (where Lincoln Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lincoln Airport (LNK) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:45am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from ORD to LNK is with United Airlines at 8:20pm.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chicago to LNK.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You'll find a direct flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline operates services from ORD.
United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ORD to LNK.
With 73.43% of its services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
ORD is around 40 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to LNK flight:
77.88% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometers or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Lincoln Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Lincoln Airport (LNK)
Reserve a hotel close to LNK if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lincoln Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Payless, Avis or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lincoln and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Lincoln Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find LNK at 2400 West Adams Street.
Getting from Lincoln Airport (LNK) to central Lincoln
Central Lincoln is roughly 6 kilometers from Lincoln Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Lincoln Airport is $214. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $199. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to LNK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Chicago to Lincoln Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Lincoln Airport (LNK), while October is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Lincoln based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Chicago to LNK plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Lincoln, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Lincoln Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Lincoln
After booking your flight from Chicago to Lincoln Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lincoln:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Hyde Observatory, Museum of American Speed and Lied Center for Performing Arts are major attractions which should be on any good Lincoln itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Lincoln, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 274 kilometers south-east to Kansas City to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jazz 1 to National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Des Moines is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometers east of Lincoln. No trip is complete without a visit to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theater and State Historical Museum.
