How long is the flight from Kenya to Illinois?

The flight from Kenya to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Nairobi (a popular airport in Kenya) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 20h 20m on average. If you fly from Mombasa (another popular airport in Kenya) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 26h 30m.

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

IndiGo, American Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Kenya to Illinois

What airlines fly to Illinois?

Delta, Qatar Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Kenya according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Kenya to Illinois were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Kenya to Illinois is 7 as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kenya to Illinois.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:45 pm - 12:05 pmNBO-ORD

20h 20m1 stop

5:55 pm - 8:20 pmORD-NBO

18h 25m1 stop

$909

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mar., sep. 30 - jue., oct. 9

11:45 pm - 3:55 pmNBO-ORD

24h 10m2 stops

10:40 am - 8:20 pmORD-NBO

25h 40m2 stops

$910

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mié., oct. 1 - lun., oct. 20

11:45 pm - 10:53 amNBO-ORD

43h 08m2 stops

2:08 pm - 10:30 pmORD-NBO

24h 22m3 stops

$916Air Canada

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mié., oct. 1 - sáb., oct. 11

3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD

38h 05m1 stop

11:25 am - 1:50 amORD-NBO

30h 25m1 stop

$929Turkish Airlines

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mar., sep. 30 - lun., oct. 20

3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD

38h 05m1 stop

7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO

22h 00m1 stop

$943Turkish Airlines

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vie., sep. 19 - sáb., sep. 27

11:59 pm - 2:40 pmNBO-ORD

22h 41m1 stop

10:36 am - 7:55 pmORD-NBO

25h 19m2 stops

$969Delta

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mar., sep. 30 - jue., oct. 9

11:59 pm - 2:10 pmNBO-ORD

22h 11m1 stop

8:55 am - 7:55 pmORD-NBO

27h 00m2 stops

$1,000Delta

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lun., sep. 29 - mié., oct. 8

11:40 pm - 9:40 pmNBO-STL

31h 00m2 stops

6:43 pm - 9:15 pmSTL-NBO

41h 32m2 stops

$1,079United Airlines

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vie., nov. 21 - sáb., nov. 29

1:20 am - 7:54 pmNBO-ORD

26h 34m2 stops

7:20 pm - 11:50 pmORD-NBO

20h 30m1 stop

$1,097Qatar Airways

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vie., sep. 19 - sáb., sep. 27

1:20 am - 2:50 pmNBO-ORD

21h 30m1 stop

8:00 am - 11:50 pmORD-NBO

31h 50m2 stops

$1,104Qatar Airways

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Air Canada flights from Kenya to Illinois

Our best Air Canada deals on Kenya to Illinois flight tickets

Air Canada

Oct 1

NBO11:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

43h 08m

2 stops

ORD10:53 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 11

ORD2:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 22m

3 stops

NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$916

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Air Canada

Dec 5

NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 50m

2 stops

ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 11

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

45h 25m

2 stops

NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$928

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Air Canada

Oct 1

NBO11:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 13m

2 stops

ORD7:58 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 10

ORD10:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 15m

2 stops

NBO8:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,022

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Brussels Airlines flights from Kenya to Illinois

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Brussels Airlines

Sep 28

NBO11:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

ORD12:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 7

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$936

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Brussels Airlines

Dec 5

NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

46h 30m

2 stops

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 11

ORD9:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

64h 40m

3 stops

NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

11:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/9

5:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$909

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 10/1

11:45 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/20

10:40 am-8:20 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$910

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 10/1

11:45 pm-10:53 am

2 stops43h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/11

2:08 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops24h 22m

$916

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

3:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/20

11:25 am-1:50 am

1 stop30h 25m

$929

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 9/19

3:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/27

7:50 pm-1:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$943

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

11:59 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/9

10:36 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$969

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 9/29

11:59 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

8:55 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,000

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 11/21

11:40 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 11/29

6:43 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 32m

$1,079

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 9/19

1:20 am-7:54 pm

2 stops26h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/27

7:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$1,097

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 9/25

1:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/8

8:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,104

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Kenya 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 Illinois during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $957.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Kenya to Illinois is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,003. Flights from Kenya to Illinois on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,500. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. Flights from Kenya to Illinois during this time can be as low as $886. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,275.

Can stopping save me money on Kenya to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Kenya to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found	$573
Fastest flight time	20h 20m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Illinois	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Kenya in the past 72 hours is $573. The best round-trip flight deal from Kenya to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $909.

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

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

There are 3 airports near Illinois: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kenya to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Kenya to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kenya to Illinois?
The number of operators available for flights from Kenya to Illinois is 7 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kenya to Illinois?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Kenya to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Kenya to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,289 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,932 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $919	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,251 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $944	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,059	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 816 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,071	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,606 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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