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Cheapest round-trip
$916
Typical prices: $993-$1,281
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/27Fri 10/12
NBO - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$537
Typical prices: $724-$1,016
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/3
NBO - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,035 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 19h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Chicago (NBO-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Chicago

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12
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7:00 pm - 8:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:00 pm - 6:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$916Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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1:35 pm - 3:40 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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8:25 pm - 12:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$916Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
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7:00 pm - 8:35 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:00 pm - 6:10 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$940Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 12
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5:30 pm - 8:15 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$964Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 4
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3:00 am - 8:15 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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9:45 am - 1:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$966Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 4
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3:00 am - 8:15 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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9:45 am - 1:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$966Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Nov 4
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8:15 am - 3:05 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,044Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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8:45 am - 3:30 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,051Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3
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11:50 pm - 2:30 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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9:59 am - 10:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 01m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,113Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3
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11:50 pm - 9:31 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 41m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
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5:29 pm - 10:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,118Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $916. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $993 to $1,281. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $916 on Etihad Airways.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$537
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $936 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,468, a difference of $532. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,016 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $916 to $4,787. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $605, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 45m, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

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

    Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $993 to $1,281, with an average of $1,108 over the past 12 months. Anything below $993 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $936 - about $532 less than Sunday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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).

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