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Cheapest round-trip
$890
Typical prices: $1,032-$1,272
Etihad Airways, Brussels Airlines
Mon 12/10Fri 1/19
NBO - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$567
Typical prices: $692-$963
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/18
NBO - ORD • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,035 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Chicago (NBO-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Chicago

Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:15 am - 7:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:50 pm - 10:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 55m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Arusha Kilimanjaro
$890Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:15 am - 7:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:20 pm - 9:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$908Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 19
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1:35 pm - 7:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:15 pm - 12:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
38h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$948Etihad Airways
Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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7:15 pm - 7:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:15 pm - 6:20 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$948Etihad Airways
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:35 am - 2:30 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,051Qatar Airways
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Jan 19
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1:35 am - 2:30 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 7:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,051Qatar Airways
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Jan 19
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11:55 pm - 11:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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5:50 pm - 10:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 55m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Arusha Kilimanjaro
$1,127Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Jan 19
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5:25 pm - 1:10 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Frankfurt am Main
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4:20 pm - 1:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Addis Ababa Bole
$1,129Lufthansa
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 19
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11:59 pm - 2:25 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:54 pm - 10:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 06m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,151Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Jan 20
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11:59 pm - 2:25 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:28 pm - 10:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 32m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,151Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago routes. They average around $1,074 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago at $966 round-trip.
•May ($1,279) and August ($1,270) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$567
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Nairobi to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago takes 00m, covering 8,006 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago range from $1,032 to $1,272, with an average of $1,109 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,032 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $890 to $8,011. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $744, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates averaging $64:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,063 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,468, a difference of $405.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 40m, compared with 20h 06m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 20h 54m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chicago?

    Chicago is 8 hours behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • Which airline offers flights from Nairobi to Chicago with lower carbon emissions?

    American Airlines offers flights from Nairobi to Chicago and has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The airline has committed to developing a science-based target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, and has already begun the validation process with the Science-Based Targets initiative.

  • What services does Qatar Airways offer passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Nairobi to Chicago?

    Passengers with reduced mobility can request special assistance with Qatar Airways, which includes services such as wheelchair assistance and assistance with boarding and disembarking the aircraft. Passengers can inform Qatar Airways in advance if they have any kind of reduced mobility to ensure that appropriate assistance is provided.

  • Are there any specific vaccination requirements for traveling from Nairobi to Chicago?

    The vaccination requirements for travel from Nairobi to Chicago may vary depending on the current health regulations and recommendations. It is advisable to check the latest information from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and consult your healthcare provider for any required vaccinations or health precautions. Ensure you are up to date with routine vaccinations.

  • Can I bring a pet on Air France flights from Nairobi to Chicago?

    Pet owners can use Air France for flights from Nairobi to Chicago. Dogs and cats are welcome on Air France flights, as long as the combined weight of the pet and carrier is under 17 lbs. Small pets may be allowed to fly in the cabin with passengers, subject to certain restrictions and for an additional fee.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,063, about $405 less than Sunday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago trip for July. Fares historically average $966 round-trip in that month - typically $313 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport
  • Nairobi's main airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), approximately 8 miles from Nairobi's central business district (CBD). To reach the airport, you can utilize public transportation options such as buses or taxis, which take approximately 10-20 minutes to commute to the airport.
  • When it comes to airlines, Kenya Airways is one option that offers flights from Nairobi to Chicago. They have specific pet policies, allowing the transportation of small pets like dogs, cats, and birds on their flights. The policies include guidelines on whether the pets can travel in the cabin or cargo hold, depending on their size and other requirements.
  • For international travel from Nairobi to Chicago, it is essential to have a valid passport and obtain the required visa or valid ID for entry into the United States. Ensuring you possess the necessary travel documents before your journey is crucial to avoid complications or entry denials.
  • Various airlines operate flights from Nairobi to Chicago, providing a range of choices for travelers. One popular airline for this route is Kenya Airways, which offers competitive fares and a comfortable flying experience. Other airlines, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines, also operate flights between Nairobi and Chicago.
  • Regarding baggage policies, it's important to check with your chosen airline. However, as an example, Kenya Airways typically allows economy class passengers to carry one piece of carry-on baggage with a weight limit. For checked baggage, economy class passengers are usually permitted to have two pieces with weight restrictions applied.

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