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

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

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 23h 55m on average. If you fly from Mombasa (another popular airport in Kenya) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 35h 05m.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

Qatar Airways, Delta and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Kenya according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 3 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 4 as of May 2026.

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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1:35 pm - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

27h 00m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

ORD

NBO

31h 20m

1 stop

$960Etihad Airways

Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 15

7:05 am - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

33h 30m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 12:30 pm

ORD

NBO

31h 20m

1 stop

$966Etihad Airways

Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Jul 31

1:35 pm - 8:35 am

NBO

ORD

27h 00m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 6:10 am

ORD

NBO

25h 00m

1 stop

$967Etihad Airways

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 4

1:20 am - 7:21 pm

NBO

STL

26h 01m

2 stops

2:32 pm - 11:50 pm

STL

NBO

25h 18m

2 stops

$1,259American Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Sat, Jun 20

11:05 pm - 4:25 pm

NBO

MDW

25h 20m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

MDW

NBO

24h 00m

2 stops

$1,274Delta

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Jan 12

11:05 pm - 4:25 pm

NBO

MDW

25h 20m

2 stops

1:05 pm - 8:50 pm

MDW

NBO

22h 45m

2 stops

$1,275Delta

Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Jan 15

10:50 pm - 7:23 pm

NBO

STL

28h 33m

2 stops

8:43 am - 10:25 pm

STL

NBO

29h 42m

3 stops

$1,276United Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 9

1:20 am - 8:30 pm

NBO

STL

27h 10m

2 stops

9:42 am - 7:20 am

STL

NBO

37h 38m

2 stops

$1,286Qatar Airways

Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 9

1:20 am - 12:16 am

NBO

STL

30h 56m

2 stops

1:42 pm - 1:40 pm

STL

NBO

39h 58m

2 stops

$1,308Qatar Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Sat, Jun 20

10:50 pm - 3:46 pm

NBO

STL

24h 56m

2 stops

11:25 am - 8:40 pm

STL

NBO

25h 15m

2 stops

$1,351United Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 8

Turkish Airlines flights from Kenya to Illinois

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Kenya to Illinois flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Oct 20

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 05m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 12

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,036

Turkish Airlines

Jun 9

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 05m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 11

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,060

Turkish Airlines

Jun 9

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 13

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 15m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,074

Qatar Airways flights from Kenya to Illinois

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Kenya to Illinois flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 5

NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 12

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,076

Qatar Airways

Oct 6

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 14m

2 stops

ORD12:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 12

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

NBO6:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,165

Qatar Airways

Oct 6

NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 14m

2 stops

ORD12:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 12

ORD1:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 14m

2 stops

NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$1,189

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NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/24

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

9:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$960

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/23

7:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

9:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$966

NairobiChicago

NBO - ORD

NBOORD

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/21

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

9:10 pm-6:10 am

1 stop25h 00m

$967

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/16

1:20 am-7:21 pm

2 stops26h 01m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/20

2:32 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,259

NairobiChicago

NBO - MDW

NBOMDW

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/21

11:05 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/12

1:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,274

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NairobiChicago

NBO - MDW

NBOMDW

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/21

11:05 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/15

1:05 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$1,275

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/28

10:50 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops28h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/9

8:43 am-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 42m

$1,276

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/27

1:20 am-8:30 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/9

9:42 am-7:20 am

2 stops37h 38m

$1,286

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/15

1:20 am-12:16 am

2 stops30h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/20

1:42 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$1,308

NairobiSt. Louis

NBO - STL

NBOSTL

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/28

10:50 pm-3:46 pm

2 stops24h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/8

11:25 am-8:40 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,351

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Kenya is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $854, 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 June, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $933.

Can stopping save me money on Kenya to Illinois flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Kenya to Illinois flight.

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Fastest flight time	23h 55m
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The fastest flight from Kenya to Illinois takes 23h 55m

There are no direct flights from Kenya to Illinois. There are no popular flight routes from Kenya to Illinois.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kenya to Illinois

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 4 as of May 2026.
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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Kenya to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $931	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,021	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,451 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,107	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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