Flying from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): What you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Nairobi. Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago.
Your flight from Nairobi to ORD won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Nairobi to ORD with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between NBO and ORD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
NBO is around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 10 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to ORD flight:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Getting from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
R 8,219 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Return flights start from R 14,584. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to ORD, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
January is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Chicago based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Nairobi to ORD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Indianapolis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Milwaukee is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres north of Chicago. No journey is complete without a visit to Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Milwaukee County Zoo.
