How long is the flight from Illinois to Kenya?

The flight from Illinois to Kenya depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Chicago (a popular airport in Illinois) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kenya), then the flight time is 19h 40m on average. If you fly from Peoria (another popular airport in Illinois) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 25h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Kenya?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Kenya

What airlines fly to Kenya?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kenya from Illinois according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kenya. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Kenya on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Kenya?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Kenya are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Kenya?

As of August 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Kenya.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Kenya?

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 Illinois to Kenya.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kenya may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kenya. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO

18h 55m1 stop

6:00 pm - 7:40 amNBO-ORD

22h 40m2 stops

$840Ethiopian Air

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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 9

10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO

18h 55m1 stop

6:00 pm - 8:15 amNBO-ORD

22h 15m2 stops

$843Ethiopian Air

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Mon, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 28

7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO

22h 00m1 stop

3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD

38h 05m1 stop

$844Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 16

7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO

22h 00m1 stop

3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD

38h 05m1 stop

$845Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 13

7:20 pm - 6:40 amORD-NBO

27h 20m1 stop

1:20 am - 2:50 pmNBO-ORD

21h 30m1 stop

$856Qatar Airways

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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 24

7:20 pm - 11:50 pmORD-NBO

20h 30m1 stop

6:00 pm - 2:50 pmNBO-ORD

28h 50m1 stop

$858Qatar Airways

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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 25

1:55 pm - 12:40 pmORD-NBO

38h 45m1 stop

6:20 pm - 8:45 amNBO-ORD

22h 25m1 stop

$869Etihad Airways

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Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 27

1:55 pm - 12:40 pmORD-NBO

38h 45m1 stop

7:00 am - 8:45 amNBO-ORD

33h 45m1 stop

$875Etihad Airways

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Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Oct 6

1:30 pm - 8:20 pmSTL-NBO

22h 50m2 stops

10:45 pm - 7:38 pmNBO-STL

28h 53m2 stops

$896

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 13

10:40 am - 10:30 pmORD-NBO

27h 50m3 stops

10:45 pm - 8:22 pmNBO-ORD

29h 37m2 stops

$899

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Delta flights from Illinois to Kenya

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Delta

Nov 22

ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 00m

1 stop

NBO9:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Dec 1

NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 47m

2 stops

ORD9:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$928

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Delta

Sep 30

MDW1:08 pmChicago Midway

24h 52m

2 stops

NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 7

NBO10:25 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 00m

2 stops

MDW6:25 pmChicago Midway

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Delta

Nov 17

STL12:10 pmLambert-St Louis

24h 10m

2 stops

NBO9:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Dec 1

NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 36m

2 stops

STL8:35 pmLambert-St Louis

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Ethiopian Air

Oct 31

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 55m

1 stop

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 9

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 40m

2 stops

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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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 28

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 15m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$843

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Ethiopian Air

Nov 18

ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 25m

1 stop

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 26

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 40m

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ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$851

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10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/9

6:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

$840

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/28

6:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 15m

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:50 pm-1:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/16

3:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 05m

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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7:50 pm-1:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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3:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 05m

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

7:20 pm-6:40 am

1 stop27h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/24

1:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$856

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

7:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/25

6:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$858

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

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ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

1:55 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/6

7:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 45m

$875

St. LouisNairobi

STL - NBO

STLNBO

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/22

1:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/13

10:45 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops28h 53m

$896

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:40 am-10:30 pm

3 stops27h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/7

10:45 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops29h 37m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Kenya. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $899. The month of February is another great option to travel to Kenya, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $920.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Kenya from Illinois is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $1,174. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,343. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Kenya.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Kenya when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,047. Flying to Kenya in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,491.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kenya?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kenya from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kenya 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 Kenya from Illinois 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 Kenya	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Kenya from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $399. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Kenya found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $840.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Kenya takes 18h 20m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to Kenya. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, Lambert-St Louis Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chicago Midway Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Kenya: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Kenya?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Kenya are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Kenya?
As of August 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Kenya.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Kenya?
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 Illinois to Kenya.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Kenya may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kenya. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,699 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,945 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $851	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 835 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $856	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,233 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $859	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $893	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 276 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $897	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,277 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 350 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $906	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $908	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,468 reviews	Search Air France flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Kenya

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kenya?

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Kenya flights?

You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Kenya flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Kenya?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Kenya

What airlines fly to Kenya?

How long is the flight from Illinois to Kenya?

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Best airlines flying from Illinois to Kenya

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Kenya?

Can I find flights from Illinois to Kenya with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Illinois to Kenya right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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