Eppley Airfield
Eppley Airfield is the primary commercial gateway to Omaha, Nebraska, and the greater Metropolitan Omaha area, located 3 miles northeast of downtown Omaha. OMA offers two runways with the longest at 9,502 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway headquarters and the annual shareholders meeting that draws thousands of investors and business leaders from around the world. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Omaha via OMA: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
The Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in early May is the single busiest private aviation event of the year in Omaha, with Warren Buffett drawing tens of thousands of investors and business leaders. Book months in advance for this weekend, as the entire city fills up. Millard Airport (MLE) offers smaller aircraft alternatives during peak congestion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Omaha Eppley?
Yes. Eppley Airfield's 9,502-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and most VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ and Airbus ACJ.
When is Omaha Airport busiest?
The Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting weekend in early May is by far the busiest period, drawing massive private aviation traffic from Warren Buffett's investors worldwide. College World Series in June also brings significant traffic.
Why fly private to Omaha Oma?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Omaha Oma, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Eppley Airfield
Based on the longest runway (9,502 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14R/32L | 9,502 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 14L/32R | 8,500 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 18/36 | 8,154 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
More Airports in Nebraska
Alliance Municipal Airport
AIA — Alliance
Chadron Municipal Airport
CDR — Chadron
Columbus Municipal Airport
OLU — Columbus
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
GRI — Grand Island
Kearney Regional Airport
EAR — Kearney
Lincoln Airport
LNK — Lincoln
McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport
MCK — McCook
Karl Stefan Memorial Airport
OFK — Norfolk
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- IATA Code
- OMA
- ICAO Code
- KOMA
- Elevation
- 984 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 9,502 ft
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska