TRAVEL INFORMATION

NO passport needed for US travelers, however you must always travel with a valid ID, such as a driver license or a state ID card.

VISAS

U.S. citizens and permanent residents do not require a visa to visit Omaha. However, citizens from 41 countries can travel to the United States, including Spokane, for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program. Citizens from over 140 other countries, primarily in Africa, Asia, Oceania, and much of Latin America, must obtain a non-immigrant visa to visit Spokane for either business (B-1) or tourism (B-2) purposes.

  • Applying for a US tourism visa has essentially two steps: submitting a DS-160 form application and submitting to an interview at your local U.S. embassy or consulate.

    You need a passport, a digital passport-style photo, plus your travel itinerary and travel history to complete your DS-160 form. You might need additional supporting documents about your visit’s purpose, profession and salary.

    Once you've finished the application, print out your confirmation page – you'll need it to make a payment and for your interview. Each official US embassy webpage details the protocol for paying your application fee and making an appointment.

    While some embassies require bank transfers or in-person payments, most will redirect you to third-party websites like Official US Visa Information and Appointment Services or UsTravelDocs to pay the non-refundable US$185 fee for non-immigrant visas. Both websites allow you to schedule appointments at a US embassy, the second step in your visa application process.

    For the in-person interview, you must submit the following:

    • Passport

    • A printout of the DS-160’s confirmation page with ID number

    • Printed recent passport-style photo

    • Receipt or evidence of visa fee payment

    • Copy of appointment letter

    • Intended travel itinerary

    • Supporting documentation (assets and employment proof, bank statements, etc)

    Your visa application process isn’t finished until you complete both steps. An additional reciprocity fee applies in some cases on the interview day. Once approved, your visa will be delivered to you via courier.

  • If you require a Visa Invitation Letter for your visa application, please email the Conference Orgranizer.

FLIGHTS

  • Omaha is well-connected to major domestic airline hubs, making it easily accessible for conference attendees traveling from across the country. Major carriers operating out of Omaha’s Eppley Airfield (OMA) include American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, Alaska and Alegiant Air.

    The most frequent non-stop routes connect Omaha to the following primary hubs, allowing for single-connection access from almost any destination.

    • Chicago (ORD/MDW) with over 90 combined flights weekly

    • Denver (DEN) with roughly 65 weekly flights

    • Atlanta (ATL) with roughly 31 weekly flights

    • Minneapolis (MSP), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW/DAL) and other hubs like Charlotte (CLT), Houston (IAH/HOU), Phoenix (PHX) and New York (LGA).

GETTING AROUND

The closest airport to Omaha, Nebraksa, is Eppley Airfield (OMA). Located just 4 miles to downtown covention center district, this airport serves as the primary airport for the city. There is non-stop service to 30+ major airports from Omaha.

  • Multiple rental car agencies operate from the Ground Transportation Center, located adjacent to the Concourse A/B baggage claim area.

    • Available at designated pickup areas at the terminal, which is the ground floor of the South Garage in Section D3.

    • Estimated fares (via TaxiFare.org for comparison):

      • Standard (UberX / Lyft): $19.89–21.88

      • XL (larger vehicle): $22.62–24.88

      • Black (premium): $34.32–37.75

    • Curbside taxi service is available 24/7 directly outside the terminal—just follow signs to the main entrance.

    • Estimated fare: around $30 for a one-way ride to downtown; some sources estimate lower at $20. Trip time of about 16 minutes, covering roughly 8.8 miles (14 km)

  • Public Bus Options

    • Line 106 Bus: This local route runs from the Eppley Airport Terminal to downtown locations like 14th & Dodge or the Old Market area.

    • Cost & Travel Time: Fares are around $2, and the ride into downtown takes about 15 to 20 minutes. [1, 2, 3]

    • Schedule Note: Departures from the airport terminal can be infrequent (often every few hours), so check timings in advance on the Metro Transit website. [1, 2]

    • Metro Flex: On-demand microtransit is also available in designated zones, connecting certain areas or transit hubs like ORBT lines to the airport.