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Brussels Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 10:45 pm
ORD
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NBO
19h 50m2 stops
Brussels Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 12:00 pm
NBO
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ORD
20h 20m1 stop
$866Brussels Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, May 6
Etihad Airways Logo
2:10 pm - 12:40 pm
ORD
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NBO
38h 30m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
7:00 am - 8:45 am
NBO
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ORD
33h 45m1 stop
$867Etihad Airways
Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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NBO
21h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 5:34 pm
NBO
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ORD
25h 59m1 stop
$869Delta
Mon, May 11 - Mon, Oct 5
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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NBO
20h 35m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 5:10 pm
NBO
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ORD
25h 35m1 stop
$872Delta
Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 28
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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NBO
21h 35m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 9:56 pm
NBO
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ORD
30h 21m1 stop
$874Delta
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 12:45 pm
ORD
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NBO
38h 35m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
1:30 am - 8:45 am
NBO
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ORD
39h 15m1 stop
$875Etihad Airways
Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Apr 4
Delta Logo
10:40 am - 9:10 pm
ORD
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NBO
26h 30m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 5:10 pm
NBO
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ORD
25h 35m1 stop
$876Delta
Sun, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 28
Delta Logo
1:37 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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NBO
24h 18m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:35 pm - 5:30 pm
NBO
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ORD
25h 55m1 stop
$878Delta
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
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1:10 pm - 8:55 pm
MDW
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NBO
23h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 pm - 4:36 pm
NBO
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24h 46m2 stops
$1,000Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
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1:51 pm - 9:10 pm
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11:59 pm - 5:45 pm
NBO
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26h 46m2 stops
$1,086Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Mar 2

Air France flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Air France
Mar 1
ORD2:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 59m
2 stops
NBO9:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Apr 15
NBO11:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$908
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Air France
Jan 22
ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
NBO9:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jan 28
NBO11:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
26h 18m
2 stops
ORD4:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$913
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Air France
Jan 5
MDW1:49 pmChicago Midway
22h 21m
2 stops
NBO9:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 6
NBO11:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 56m
2 stops
MDW4:16 pmChicago Midway
$2,041
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Delta flights from Chicago to Nairobi

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Nairobi flight tickets
Delta
May 11
ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
NBO9:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 5
NBO11:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 59m
1 stop
ORD5:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$869
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Delta
Mar 15
ORD5:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 28
NBO11:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 35m
1 stop
ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$872
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Delta
Apr 9
ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 35m
1 stop
NBO9:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Apr 14
NBO11:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 21m
1 stop
ORD9:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$874
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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/6

11:40 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$866

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

2:10 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop38h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/10

7:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 45m

$867

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

4:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/5

11:35 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$869

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/15

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/28

11:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$872

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/14

11:35 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop30h 21m

$874

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

1:10 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop38h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/4

1:30 am-8:45 am

1 stop39h 15m

$875

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/15

10:40 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/28

11:35 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$876

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

1:37 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 18m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/14

11:35 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$878

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/9

1:10 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/14

11:50 pm-4:36 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,000

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

1:51 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 19m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/2

11:59 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 46m

$1,086

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Chicago is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $899, 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 April, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $924.

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?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $1,044 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Chicago for as low as $1,032 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

18h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Nairobi takes 18h 55m
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  • How far is Chicago to Nairobi by plane?

    Chicago and Nairobi are 7999.5 mi apart from one another. 18h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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    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.

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7.5
1,821 reviews
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7.3
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7.4
1,337 reviews
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7.2
918 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $852Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,692 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $884Free CancellationRating
7.2
377 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $894Free CancellationRating
6.8
287 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $897Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,018 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $898Free CancellationRating
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7,619 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $905Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,515 reviews
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