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Cheap flights from Chicago to Nairobi from $465

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10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
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6:00 pm - 8:40 amNBO-ORD
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Tue, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 28
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$854Turkish Airlines
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6:20 pm - 8:25 amNBO-ORD
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4:25 pm - 10:00 pmORD-NBO
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$1,102British Airways
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$465Qatar Airways
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5:55 pm - 10:45 pmORD-NBO
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7:05 pm - 12:05 amORD-NBO
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7:50 pm - 4:55 amORD-NBO
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36h 40m2 stops
$3,679Ethiopian Air
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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Ethiopian Air
Mar 10
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 55m
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NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 26
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
Feb 6
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 12
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
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ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
Mar 5
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 26
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Qatar Airways
Mar 10
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 45m
1 stop
NBO7:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 25
NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
ORD3:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways
Feb 5
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 00m
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NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 11
NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m
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ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways
Feb 20
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 00m
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NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 8
NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Nairobi?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Chicago is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $918, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Nairobi during the month of October, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $922.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Nairobi from Chicago is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $1,178. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Nairobi on Saturday is $1,274.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Nairobi is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,045. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,348 on average. Flights to Nairobi from Chicago at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

The best time to book a flight to Nairobi from Chicago is 54 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $1,114. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Nairobi outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from Chicago to Nairobi for $876.

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Best Price Found

$465

Fastest flight time

18h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Nairobi

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Nairobi from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $465. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Nairobi found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $848.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Nairobi takes 18h 00m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Nairobi. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chicago Midway Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Nairobi: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)

  • How far is Chicago to Nairobi by plane?

    Chicago and Nairobi are 7999.5 mi apart from one another. 18h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Nairobi are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Nairobi?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Nairobi.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

    The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Nairobi

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $752Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,900 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $802Free CancellationRating
7.2
778 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,501 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,789 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
6.8
280 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,594 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,265 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $911Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,083 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $917Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,815 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $925Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,537 reviews
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