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$446+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kenya

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NBO
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/87:00 amORD - NBO
3 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/811:40 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$909
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1111:50 amORD - NBO
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
dom. 12/74:50 amNBO - ORD
1 stop38h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$910
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/111:50 amORD - NBO
1 stop30h 15mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/94:50 amNBO - ORD
1 stop38h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$911
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/39:45 amORD - NBO
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/305:30 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/30$914
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/95:55 pmORD - NBO
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/2311:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$915
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/124:25 pmORD - NBO
1 stop20h 35mDelta
vie. 12/511:20 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/29$918
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/87:00 amORD - NBO
3 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/1011:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/56:20 pmORD - NBO
2 stops41h 55mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/1611:55 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$920
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1110:35 amORD - NBO
2 stops25h 35mDelta
sáb. 12/611:20 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/29$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/85:55 pmORD - NBO
2 stops19h 50mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/911:55 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop20h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$923
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/287:50 pmORD - NBO
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/125:00 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$924
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/56:20 pmORD - NBO
2 stops41h 55mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/2311:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$925

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$909
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$446
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,071
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Kenya that are best for you.

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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/14

6:17 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 58m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 1/25

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$920

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/17

1:28 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 1/21

11:20 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

jue. 1/15

9:34 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 36m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 1/22

11:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/17

11:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 1/27

11:20 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

mié. 1/14

1:49 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 1/22

11:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

lun. 1/19

9:34 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 36m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 1/27

11:20 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

mié. 1/14

1:28 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 1/21

11:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

dom. 1/18

1:28 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 1/25

11:20 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/17

9:34 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 1/24

11:20 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$932

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

jue. 11/27

10:47 am-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

vie. 12/26

11:20 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops27h 06m

$932

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kenya

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Kenya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Kenya?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kenya (average of $750). Flying from Chicago to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to KE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Kenya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Chicago to Kenya by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kenya. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Kenya flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kenya. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kenya. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Kenya. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
882 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
286 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Kenya?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Kenya in 23h 32m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Lufthansa to get the fastest option. Chicago and Kenya are separated by a distance of 8014 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Kenya one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Kenya are Turkish Airlines ($446), Qatar Airways ($715), and Delta ($847).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Kenya?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Mombasa Moi Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl is the most popular route from Chicago to Kenya.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kenya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Kenya flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Kenya?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Kenya.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Kenya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Kenya by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Kenya?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kenya (average of $750). Flying from Chicago to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Kenya

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Kenya. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$542Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$758Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$816Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$856Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$884Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$897Average$1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$908Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$917Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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