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      Flight deals from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,775. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Nairobi.R 6,192 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,192, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,424 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,424, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,507 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,507, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,782 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,782, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,901 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,901, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,925 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,925, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,925 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,925, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,927 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,927, select.
      Nairobi.R 13,199 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 10 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,199, select.
      Nairobi.R 13,539 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 31 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,539, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Sep
      from R 6,192
      Oct
      from R 8,424
      Nov
      from R 8,507
      Dec
      from R 8,925
      Jan
      from R 8,925
      Feb
      from R 8,782
      Mar
      from R 8,901
      Apr
      from R 8,927
      May
      from R 13,539
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      Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chicago to Nairobi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

      Nairobi Wilson

      3km from central Nairobi
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      Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

      13km from central Nairobi
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      Chicago to Nairobi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 6,192
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is R 14,286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta. But we found flights with one stop from R 14,286.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually September.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is Etihad Airways .

      Flying from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know

      • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Chicago.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to NBO. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

      Airports in Chicago

      Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to NBO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:

        • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

        • Brussels Airport (BRU)

        • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

      • Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

      • Searching for a comfortable hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

      • Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

      Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

      • You can reach MDW from central Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.

      • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to NBO flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

      • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.

      • The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

      Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

      • The trip to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.

      • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:

      • Flights that take off from RFD make it to their destination on schedule 71% of the time.

      • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

      About Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

      Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi

      • Central Nairobi is around 18 kilometres from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

      • It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

      • R 6,192 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. A return flight starts at R 14,286. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

      • To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to NBO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

      • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport ticket.

      • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Chicago to NBO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

      • Nail down a great price on a flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

      The best time to fly from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

      • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). July is the most popular month to visit Nairobi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.

      • Lock in a Chicago to NBO plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

      More about Nairobi

      • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nairobi right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:

      • Your visit to Nairobi isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.

      Explore more of Kenya

      • You've done Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Journey around 153 kilometres northwest to Nakuru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nakuru National Park to Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View, your itinerary will be busy.

      • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Kenya, consider Eldoret, about 274 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret, Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre and The Eldoret City of Champions Monument are highlights.

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