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Cheap flights from Chicago to Nairobi from $399

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Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
18h 25m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 7:40 amNBO-ORD
22h 40m2 stops
$811Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
18h 55m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 8:15 amNBO-ORD
22h 15m2 stops
$814Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 3:05 amORD-NBO
30h 15m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:50 am - 10:05 amNBO-ORD
38h 15m1 stop
$816Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 3:05 amORD-NBO
21h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:50 am - 6:25 pmNBO-ORD
22h 35m1 stop
$820Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Jan 22
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:05 amORD-NBO
32h 10m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
1:40 pm - 9:15 amNBO-ORD
27h 35m1 stop
$831Etihad Airways
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 28
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 11:50 pmORD-NBO
20h 30m1 stop
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1:20 am - 2:50 pmNBO-ORD
21h 30m1 stop
$858Qatar Airways
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 24
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 6:40 amORD-NBO
27h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:10 am - 2:50 pmNBO-ORD
38h 40m1 stop
$860Qatar Airways
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Oct 8
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 12:40 pmORD-NBO
38h 45m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
6:20 pm - 8:45 amNBO-ORD
22h 25m1 stop
$869Etihad Airways
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 27
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 9:20 pmORD-NBO
19h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 9:46 pmNBO-ORD
30h 47m2 stops
$928Delta
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Sat, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 1
Delta Logo
1:08 pm - 10:00 pmMDW-NBO
24h 52m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 6:25 pmNBO-MDW
28h 00m2 stops
$932Delta
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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Nairobi

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to Nairobi flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Nov 20
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 27
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$811
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Ethiopian Air
Sep 15
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 55m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 25
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 15m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$814
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 20
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 30
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 40m
2 stops
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$827
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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Turkish Airlines
Nov 24
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 11
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
38h 15m
1 stop
ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$816
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Turkish Airlines
Dec 9
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 45m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jan 22
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$820
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Turkish Airlines
Jan 8
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 4
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$822
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 17, 2025.
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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/20

9:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/27

6:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

$811

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/25

6:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 15m

$814

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

11:50 am-3:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/11

4:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop38h 15m

$816

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

8:20 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/22

4:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$820

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

1:55 pm-6:05 am

1 stop32h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/28

1:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop27h 35m

$831

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

7:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/24

1:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$858

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

7:20 pm-6:40 am

1 stop27h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/8

8:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop38h 40m

$860

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

1:55 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/27

6:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop22h 25m

$869

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/22

5:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/1

11:59 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$928

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/30

1:08 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/7

10:25 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$932

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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 $920.

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 $1,091 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 $936 on momondo.

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Best Price Found

$399

Fastest flight time

18h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Nairobi

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Nairobi from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $399. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Nairobi found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $811.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Nairobi takes 18h 20m
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)
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  • How far is Chicago to Nairobi by plane?

    Chicago and Nairobi are 7999.5 mi apart from one another. 18h 20m 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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SWISSPriceFrom $542Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,697 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $769Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,943 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
7.2
835 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $856Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,233 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
6.9
276 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $897Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,271 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $899Free CancellationRating
7.3
350 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,986 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,468 reviews
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