Note: that rate was via Travelocity for United Airlines via Chicago. I checked United's website before booking and rates were higher than that. We also discussed not checking bags, otherwise this rate would go up for checked baggage.

And now, the challenge will be car rental. That's not an easy thing for a small airport like Omaha. So I started tonight, and went to $13 for a compact. No go. That's okay, we all know rental car deals usually get better the closer the date. Although not necessarily for Omaha. We shall see.