Cheap flights from Chicago to Nairobi from $468

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10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
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6:00 pm - 7:40 amNBO-ORD
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11:25 am - 1:50 amORD-NBO
30h 25m1 stop
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3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
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11:25 am - 1:50 amORD-NBO
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7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO
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7:20 pm - 11:50 pmORD-NBO
20h 30m1 stop
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21h 45m1 stop
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7:20 pm - 6:40 amORD-NBO
27h 20m1 stop
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21h 45m1 stop
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11:59 pm - 2:20 pmNBO-ORD
23h 21m1 stop
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21h 55m2 stops
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5:55 pm - 8:20 pmORD-NBO
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11:55 pm - 12:10 pmNBO-ORD
21h 15m1 stop
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Lufthansa flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Lufthansa
Nov 2
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 20m
1 stop
NBO9:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 10
NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 30m
1 stop
ORD12:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Lufthansa
Jul 12
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jul 14
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Ethiopian Air
Sep 25
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 55m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 9
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 15m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
Nov 2
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 10
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
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ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
Oct 18
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 55m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 30
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Chicago during February instead. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $920.

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According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,178. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,274. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the evening for as low as $1,045. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,348. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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$468

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18h 20m

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The best one-way flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $468. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $793.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 18h 20m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. 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.

  • How far is Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl by plane?

    There are 8006.2 mi between Chicago and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. 18h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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    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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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    The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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