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

American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Nairobi

What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Kenya Airways 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 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 15 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 April 2026, there are 15 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.

$392 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 $1,245 to $881. The lowest price recently found on this route was $853.

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9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

ORD

NBO

31h 20m

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7:00 am - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

33h 35m

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$853Etihad Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

9:10 pm - 12:35 am

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NBO

19h 25m

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27h 00m

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$854Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 10

9:10 pm - 12:35 am

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NBO

19h 25m

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27h 00m

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$856Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Sep 21

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$857Etihad Airways

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2:00 pm - 6:10 am

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$858Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jul 20

9:10 pm - 6:10 am

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25h 00m

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ORD

27h 00m

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$860Etihad Airways

Sun, Jun 21 - Mon, Jul 6

2:00 pm - 6:10 am

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32h 10m

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1:35 pm - 8:35 am

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ORD

27h 00m

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$862Etihad Airways

Sun, May 10 - Thu, Jun 11

9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

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31h 20m

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1:30 am - 3:40 pm

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ORD

22h 10m

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$863Etihad Airways

Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 8

9:29 am - 9:55 pm

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NBO

28h 26m

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11:05 pm - 5:56 pm

NBO

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26h 51m

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$1,013Delta

Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, May 11

1:24 pm - 8:45 pm

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NBO

23h 21m

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11:05 pm - 6:33 pm

NBO

MDW

27h 28m

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$1,015Delta

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 11

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Apr 23

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 30m

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NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Jun 8

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 50m

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ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$875

Qatar Airways

May 6

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 30m

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NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 13

NBO4:25 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

32h 25m

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ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$876

Qatar Airways

May 10

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 30m

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NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Jun 10

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 30m

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ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$881

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Etihad Airways

Oct 13

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m

1 stop

NBO12:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 20

NBO7:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 35m

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ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$853

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Aug 31

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 25m

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NBO12:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 10

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 00m

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ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$854

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Jun 15

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 25m

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NBO12:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 21

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$856

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$857

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$858

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9:10 pm-6:10 am

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1 stop27h 00m

$860

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Sun 5/10

2:00 pm-6:10 am

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1 stop27h 00m

$862

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Sat 9/26

9:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 20m

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Thu 10/8

1:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$863

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Wed 4/22

9:29 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:05 pm-5:56 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$1,013

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1:24 pm-8:45 pm

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11:05 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$1,015

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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 $885, 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 April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $934.

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 $1,034 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 $987 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	18h 55m
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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.
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 April 2026, there are 15 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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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $710	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $740	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,561 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,431 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $813	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $830	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,423 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $849	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 403 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $890	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,572 reviews	Search Air France flights
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