Fargo to Omaha flights
Omaha lies 629 km (391 mi) south of Fargo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 33 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Fargo | Omaha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 118,523 | 486,051 |
| Elevation | 279 m (915 ft) | 315 m (1,033 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | FAR, 5 km out | OMA, 6 km out |
| Postal codes | 58102–58126 | 68101–68198 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Fargo
Fargo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Hector International Airport (FAR), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,001 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Omaha
Omaha is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Eppley Airfield (OMA), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,502 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Lincoln Airport (LNK, 83 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eppley Airfield | OMA | 6 km (4 mi) | 9,502 ft | 984 ft |
| Lincoln Airport (regional) | LNK | 83 km (52 mi) | 12,901 ft | 1,219 ft |
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Staying in Omaha
Our booking partner lists 199 places to stay in Omaha. Of the 163 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (77), and 1 are five-star. Across 62 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 29,114 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Omaha from Fargo?
629 km (391 mi) in a straight line, south of Fargo.
How long does it take to get from Fargo to Omaha by air?
About 1 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fargo and Omaha?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Fargo to Omaha flights?
Typically Hector International Airport (FAR) to Eppley Airfield (OMA); Omaha also has LNK.
Where can I stay in Omaha?
Our booking partner lists 199 places to stay in Omaha, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.