New Orleans to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New Orleans from Omaha?

The distance from New Orleans to Omaha is 847.2 miles (1363.4 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located NNW of New Orleans. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1045.5 miles, taking about 19h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 12min. Both are located in United States — New Orleans in Louisiana and Omaha in Nebraska.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Orleans and Omaha. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.