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$387+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Nairobi

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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — NBO
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Wed 2/11
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 5, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/242:00 pmORD - NBO
1 stop38h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/51:45 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/2$877
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Sun 7/195:10 pmORD - NBO
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Fri 9/1111:35 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops25h 01mDelta
Deal found 1/2$880
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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.
Sun 4/1910:15 amORD - NBO
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/65:30 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/2$887
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Thu 10/110:15 amORD - NBO
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/165:30 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/3$889
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/32:00 pmORD - NBO
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/227:00 amNBO - ORD
1 stop33h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/3$890
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Mon 5/41:26 pmORD - NBO
2 stops31h 34mDelta
Sun 5/1711:35 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops28h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/3$892
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/255:55 pmORD - NBO
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Wed 2/411:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops24h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/3$894
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/215:55 pmORD - NBO
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/510:50 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$897
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Sat 5/94:20 pmORD - NBO
1 stop21h 35mDelta
Tue 5/1911:50 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/3$898
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Fri 5/84:20 pmORD - NBO
1 stop21h 35mDelta
Sun 5/1711:15 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop23h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/3$899
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Tue 5/265:10 pmORD - NBO
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Tue 6/211:15 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop23h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/1$900
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Thu 5/710:10 amORD - NBO
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Thu 5/2111:50 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/3$902

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$887
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One-way from

$387
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2026.
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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/8

1:30 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/18

11:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$903

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

4:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/18

11:15 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$904

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

5:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/15

11:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$905

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

10:29 am-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 41m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$909

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

5:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/3

11:20 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$914

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

5:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$916

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

5:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/8

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$916

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

12:48 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops23h 22m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/5

11:20 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops27h 09m

$919

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/9

10:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/23

11:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$919

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/18

12:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/25

11:20 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$919

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nairobi (average of $742). Flying from Chicago to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,069). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated January 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and JetBlue from Chicago to Nairobi. 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
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,900 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
925 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,643 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Delta can get you from Chicago to Nairobi in just under 24h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Chicago and Nairobi is about 8016 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Nairobi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Nairobi is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $542 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at $736 and $766 round-trip. Users have found that SWISS is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $372. Users have also found prices from $385 and $430 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Nairobi?

    Of the flights from Chicago to Nairobi that have layovers, most of them stop in Addis Ababa.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Nairobi flights?

    Chicago to Nairobi flights have a layover in Doha the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Nairobi 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 Nairobi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nairobi (average of $742). Flying from Chicago to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,069). 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 Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Nairobi. 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 January 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$542Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$736Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$766Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$814Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$852Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$884Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$897Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$898Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$905Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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