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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Nairobi (ORD-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Nairobi

Tue, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 13
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11:25 am - 1:50 amORD-NBO
30h 25m1 stop
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3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$733Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 31
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7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO
22h 00m1 stop
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4:50 am - 11:05 amNBO-ORD
38h 15m1 stop
$742Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
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7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO
22h 00m1 stop
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3:35 am - 9:40 amNBO-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$746Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 12
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7:50 pm - 1:50 amORD-NBO
22h 00m1 stop
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3:35 am - 10:00 pmNBO-ORD
26h 25m1 stop
$748Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Sep 7 - Wed, Dec 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 1:50 amORD-NBO
30h 25m1 stop
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4:50 am - 6:25 pmNBO-ORD
22h 35m1 stop
$751Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Apr 19
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9:45 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
18h 25m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 8:15 amNBO-ORD
22h 15m2 stops
$793Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 1:10 pmORD-NBO
18h 25m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 7:40 amNBO-ORD
22h 40m2 stops
$811Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 25
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7:20 pm - 6:40 amORD-NBO
27h 20m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 3:05 pmNBO-ORD
29h 05m1 stop
$855Qatar Airways
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Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 29
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 6:40 amORD-NBO
27h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 3:05 pmNBO-ORD
21h 45m1 stop
$857Qatar Airways
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 8
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2:10 pm - 6:20 amORD-NBO
32h 10m1 stop
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7:15 am - 8:15 amNBO-ORD
34h 00m1 stop
$880Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Nairobi, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Nairobi, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $914 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,687 and $1,392 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$395
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 53% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Nairobi flights

  • Will it be necessary for me to obtain a visa before flying from Chicago to Nairobi?

    When passengers are making their way from Chicago to Kenya, they will need to obtain a visa before the trip. The best way to do this is to visit the website of the embassy of Kenya and obtain an e-visa. Passengers must do this before they board their flight to Kenya, or they may get denied entry into the country.

  • Does the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) offer any types of facilities to get freshened up after a long flight from Chicago?

    One option for travelers is to utilize the showers available in the Turkish Airlines Lounge, that has a location in Terminal 1E adjacent to Gate Three. There are also showers available in the Sheri Palm Spa in Terminal 1A.

  • What are some of the hotel choices that have a location close to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

    Three hotels that sit very close to the airport property include the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, the Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport, and Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport.

  • Are there any lounges available at Chicago O'Hare International Airport where I can comfortably wait for my flight to Nairobi?

    This airport features a number of different lounge locations provided by United Airlines, plus there are also several airline lounges from American Airlines and Delta Airlines at this airport. All of these lounges provide a wide selection of seating choices as well as food and beverage options, flight information boards, and computers offering internet access.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $395 for a one-way ticket and $733 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Nairobi?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chicago and on arrival in Nairobi.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Nairobi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Nairobi, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Nairobi from Chicago?

    Addis Ababa is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago to Nairobi.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Nairobi, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Nairobi are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,086 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,346 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and NBO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • If your flight to Nairobi is going to be departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), a terrific way to get to the airport without having to drive your own car is to take the Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line train that can have you at the airport in around 42 minutes from downtown Chicago.
  • Passengers making a plan to depart on a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Nairobi can save themselves quite a bit of hassle by traveling on the Chicago Transit Authority Orange Line train that can take them from downtown to the airport in around 23 minutes.
  • When you are looking for the most convenient parking option at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, there is nothing better than the valet parking option available in the Main Garage at the airport. Passengers looking for a more cost-effective option should consider one of the three Economy Lots that sit along Bessie Coleman Drive just off-site from the airport.
  • Nursing moms that are making a trip from Chicago O'Hare International Airport will love to hear that this airport features around 15 different lactation pods and nursing rooms that all offer a safe and quiet environment for moms to tend to little ones.
  • Military members that will be flying to Nairobi from Chicago Midway International Airport should make a stop at the USO Lounge, which has a location on Concourse C right to the right side after you pass the security checkpoint. Some of the amenities available at this lounge include complimentary food and beverages, restrooms, complimentary internet access, as well as travel information.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Nairobi

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 7980 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Entertainment
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Delayed and took off even later than the scheduled delay time

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025DTW - SEA
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Delayed and took off even later than the scheduled delay time

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

Only issue was with seating. The economy fare we purchased did say there was no guarantee the three people in our party would be seated together, and we were not. At the gate, the agent told us more specifically, the fare we purchased meant we would be seated in middle seats only. This should just be made more obvious.

Great experience on Delta. Staff from baggage check to flight attendants were very courteous and professional. My only issue was a personal preference for pretzels instead of the chips and cookies that were offered.

There was no problems, just a little uncomfortable with seats that do not lay back a little

Always good but we must do something about people in rows ahead of you that don't put their seats back up when they are suppose to. And It's rough to not be able to even lean over to get something out of my purse.

Flight was delayed, 30+ bags had to be gate checked. Crew were very friendly!

Everything was good until we were boarding our connection flight in Atlanta, we were told to gate check our carry-on, but when we got inside the plane, there was plenty of room in the overhead.

Did not know my son and I had different seating arrangements. He was fine, but it was disappointing.

Flight was canceled, and no effort was made to help with rebooking, no hotel vouchers, no car transportation and minimal food voucher and most places for food were closed by the time the voucher was given. Waited for 3 hours for bags. Simply the worst travel experience I have ever had

It was delayed instead of departing at 9:20pm, we departed at 11pm… putting us in Columbus after 2am! It was awful. Had I known about the delay, I could have spent some time in the United Lounge… I was starving because I started my journey in Budapest… so I was exhausted and hungry. Plus I had to make new arrangements to be picked up at the airport in Columbus, instead of midnight it was 2:30 am after getting luggage and out of airport. Not feasible. I would have just stayed in Chicago for the night and gotten a morning flight.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

The boarding of took of late.The presentation of the food was horrable as was the tast of the food was cold and tastless.

Delay and keep changing gates. I have to run around from B to C then to E.

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Boarding was a little difficult. The gate area at O'Hare was very small and crowded due to multiple gates in the area. Could not hear the intercom, so had to rely on signage to see when my group was boarding and the signage was blocked by passengers standing in the gate. Flight was great and we arrived in Montreal on time.

I had a comfortable seat that makes my trip wonderful. I appreciate the Ethiopia crew, they were very helpful

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

My experience with British Airways is excellent, thanks for all 🫶🏻✈️

All good. Loo’s weren’t great and as clean as i would like.

Old tired plane, Uncomfortable business class seat. Breakfast dreadful and meagre. At least flight was on time!

Safe arrival. Improvement on Time efficiency Effective Communication will be great.

The crew is very friendly and helpful. The food is good for airplane food. The flight is long and hard to sleep. The leg space is great. The plane arrived in plenty of time.

A good flight back to Tampa and thankfully although we had a 90 minute delay because of thunder storms from Charlotte to bottom iof Florida, it was a prudent to avoid these for a comfortable flight as opposed to being tossed around with turbulence.

They removed our booking without telling us. Cost us thousands to book last minute

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

Captain sick. Unable to get replacement so delayed me 30 hours, many others delayed 54 hours. TOTALLY DESTROYED ALL MY PLANS, including lost my rental car which would now cost over 5 times what I paid so stuck with buses n trains... lost hotel reservations.... HORRIBLE!!!

The international flight from PHL to Lisbon was one of the worst I’ve experienced, ever. What was really disappointing was the entire experience of comfort and service in the coach cabin after takeoff. The food was inedible and the wine served with dinner was such low quality - it tasted of petrol. I couldn’t eat more than a bite or two of the chicken entree, being worried it would make me ill. The service took so long to reach the entire coach cabin, I ended up having the lights turned off on me as though I had to rush though dinner (though as I mentioned, it wasn’t as if I ate much - only the salad). Most of the attendants seemed generally annoyed and were not friendly or polite. While there was some turbulence, it wasn’t too uncomfortable and I know that is just a chance. The temperature of the cabin was so warm, even a friend a row or two up and on the other side of the plane felt like this. To top it all off, the seat was so uncomfortable and flattened/overused, I had back pains for DAYS afterward.

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