What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Nairobi?

Etihad Airways and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Nairobi

What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Chicago according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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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As of July 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Nairobi.

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.

$376 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Nairobi in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,046 to $1,507. The lowest price recently found on this route was $997.

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1:55 pm - 9:55 pm

ORD

NBO

24h 00m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 2:15 pm

NBO

ORD

22h 20m

1 stop

$997Delta

Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Sep 18

10:25 am - 9:55 pm

ORD

NBO

27h 30m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 3:10 pm

NBO

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$998Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

10:25 am - 8:45 pm

ORD

NBO

26h 20m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 3:10 pm

NBO

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$999Delta

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22

8:10 pm - 1:25 am

ORD

NBO

21h 15m

1 stop

3:10 am - 6:15 pm

NBO

ORD

23h 05m

1 stop

$1,000Turkish Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Apr 25

2:00 pm - 6:10 am

ORD

NBO

32h 10m

1 stop

7:05 am - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

33h 30m

1 stop

$1,001Etihad Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Sep 24

4:20 pm - 9:55 pm

ORD

NBO

21h 35m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 8:30 pm

NBO

ORD

28h 35m

2 stops

$1,002Delta

Sun, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 18

5:10 pm - 8:45 pm

ORD

NBO

19h 35m

1 stop

11:55 pm - 8:30 pm

NBO

ORD

28h 35m

2 stops

$1,003Delta

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18

8:25 pm - 12:30 pm

ORD

NBO

32h 05m

1 stop

7:05 am - 3:40 pm

NBO

ORD

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,004Etihad Airways

Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 22

10:15 am - 1:10 pm

ORD

NBO

18h 55m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 8:15 am

NBO

ORD

22h 45m

2 stops

$1,005Ethiopian Air

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18

1:19 pm - 8:45 pm

MDW

NBO

23h 26m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 4:39 pm

NBO

MDW

24h 44m

2 stops

$1,027Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

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Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Etihad Airways

Sep 19

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

NBO6:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 24

NBO7:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,001

Etihad Airways

Aug 14

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

NBO12:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Aug 22

NBO7:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 35m

1 stop

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,004

Etihad Airways

Aug 21

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

NBO6:05 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Aug 30

NBO7:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 35m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,008

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Nairobi

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Qatar Airways

Oct 6

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 16

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,018

Qatar Airways

Sep 29

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 10

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,020

Qatar Airways

Sep 13

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

33h 50m

2 stops

NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 21

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,034

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

1:55 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/18

11:55 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$997

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

10:25 am-9:55 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/22

11:05 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$998

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/11

10:25 am-8:45 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/22

11:05 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$999

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

8:10 pm-1:25 am

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 4/25

3:10 am-6:15 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,000

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

2:00 pm-6:10 am

1 stop32h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/24

7:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 30m

$1,001

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/18

11:55 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,002

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

5:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/18

11:55 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,003

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

8:25 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/22

7:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$1,004

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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/18

5:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,005

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/3

1:19 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops23h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 10/10

11:55 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,027

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $873, 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 February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $892.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $1,027 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 $972 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 25m
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The fastest flight from Chicago to Nairobi takes 18h 25m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Nairobi

How far is Chicago to Nairobi by plane?
Chicago and Nairobi are 7999.5 mi apart from one another. 18h 25m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Nairobi?
As of July 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Nairobi.
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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Air France	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,628 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $708	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,449 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $772	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,483 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $813	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $833	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,476 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,748 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 422 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,833 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,152 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $934	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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