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Flights from Nairobi to Chicago
What to know about flights from Nairobi to Chicago?
The distance between Nairobi and Chicago is approximately 12,894.26 km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January.
Cheapest one-way
$545
Etihad Airways
NBO-CHI
33h 40m · 1 stop
Mon, Nov 16
Cheapest round-trip
$943
Etihad Airways
NBO-CHI
27h · 2 stops
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Recommended airlines
When to travel
September
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
12,894.26 km
Flight distance
How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Chicago?
Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Nairobi to Chicago over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $545 and round-trip from $943. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.
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NBO 1:35 PM27h1 stopORD 8:35 AMNairobi - Chicago | Fri, Oct 23 | Etihad Airways
ORD 2:10 PM20h 10m1 stopNBO 6:20 PMChicago - Nairobi | Fri, Oct 30 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$943 $1,40233% off33% off$1,402 $943 -
NBO 7:05 AM33h 30m1 stopORD 8:35 AMNairobi - Chicago | Mon, Oct 12 | Etihad Airways
ORD 8:25 PM25h 45m1 stopNBO 6:10 AMChicago - Nairobi | Mon, Oct 19 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$981 $1,40230% off30% off$1,402 $981
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NBO 1:35 PM34h 10m1 stopORD 3:45 PMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Oct 21 | Etihad Airways
ORD 2:10 PM32h 10m1 stopNBO 6:20 AMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 28 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$988 $1,40230% off30% off$1,402 $988
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NBO 5:25 PM23h 15m1 stopORD 7:40 AMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Nov 4 | Ethiopian Airlines
ORD 9:45 AM18h 25m1 stopNBO 1:10 PMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Nov 11 | Ethiopian Airlines
Price detailsDepartureNBO-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnORD-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$99228% off$1,402 $992 -
NBO 5:30 PM22h 45m1 stopORD 8:15 AMNairobi - Chicago | Fri, Oct 16 | Ethiopian Airlines
ORD 10:15 AM18h 55m1 stopNBO 1:10 PMChicago - Nairobi | Sat, Oct 24 | Ethiopian Airlines
Price detailsDepartureNBO-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnORD-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$99428% off$1,402 $994
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NBO 5:30 PM22h 45m1 stopORD 8:15 AMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Oct 21 | Ethiopian Airlines
ORD 10:15 AM18h 55m1 stopNBO 1:10 PMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 28 | Ethiopian Airlines
Price detailsDepartureNBO-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletReturnORD-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$99528% off$1,402 $995
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NBO 7:05 AM33h 30m1 stopORD 8:35 AMNairobi - Chicago | Sun, Oct 18 | Etihad Airways
ORD 2:00 PM20h 5m1 stopNBO 6:05 PMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 21 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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Wi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$1,00228% off$1,402 $1,002
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NBO 7:15 AM33h 40m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Nov 4 | Etihad Airways
ORD 1:10 PM32h 10m1 stopNBO 6:20 AMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Nov 11 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$1,01927% off$1,402 $1,019
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NBO 7:15 AM33h 40m1 stopORD 8:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Sun, Oct 25 | Etihad Airways
ORD 1:10 PM20h 10m1 stopNBO 6:20 PMChicago - Nairobi | Sun, Nov 1 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsDepartureNBO-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-AUHEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletAUH-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$1,02227% off$1,402 $1,022
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NBO 5:30 PM22h 45m1 stopORD 8:15 AMNairobi - Chicago | Sun, Oct 18 | Ethiopian Airlines
ORD 10:15 AM18h 55m1 stopNBO 1:10 PMChicago - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 21 | Ethiopian Airlines
Price detailsDepartureNBO-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletReturnORD-ADDEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outletADD-NBOEconomy class
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In-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$1,02327% off$1,402 $1,023
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NBO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopCHI 2:00 PMNairobi - Chicago | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal Airline
CHI 3:00 PM6hNonstopNBO 4:00 PMChicago - Nairobi | Thu, Oct 15 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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NBO 7:15 AM33h 40m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Mon, Nov 16 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$545 $78130% off30% off$781 $545
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NBO 7:15 AM40h 45m1 stopORD 3:00 PMNairobi - Chicago | Fri, Nov 20 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outlet$548 $78130% off30% off$781 $548
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NBO 1:35 PM27h 20m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Tue, Nov 17 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$548 $78130% off30% off$781 $548
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NBO 7:15 AM33h 40m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Thu, Nov 12 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$54830% off$781 $548
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NBO 7:00 PM21h 35m1 stopORD 8:35 AMNairobi - Chicago | Thu, Oct 22 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$55328% off$781 $553
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NBO 1:35 PM34h 10m1 stopORD 3:45 PMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Oct 21 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$55428% off$781 $554
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NBO 7:15 PM21h 40m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Dec 2 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$56228% off$781 $562
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NBO 1:35 PM27h 20m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Thu, Dec 3 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$56228% off$781 $562
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NBO 1:35 PM34h 5m1 stopORD 3:40 PMNairobi - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$56328% off$781 $563
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NBO 1:35 PM27h 20m1 stopORD 7:55 AMNairobi - Chicago | Sat, Nov 21 | Etihad Airways
Price detailsNBO-AUHEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableUSB port and power outletAUH-ORDEconomy classIn-flight meals are availableWi-Fi (additional charge)USB port and power outlet$57027% off$781 $570
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NBO 1:00 PM17h 25m1 stopCHI 2:00 PMNairobi - Chicago | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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Which airlines are the most popular for Nairobi to Chicago flights?
The most popular airlines flying from Nairobi to Chicago are Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Lufthansa, among 4 carriers on this route. Etihad Airways offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Etihad Airways
Ethiopian Airlines
Lufthansa
Qatar Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Nairobi to Chicago according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Chicago (NBO-CHI)?
Based on Trip.com data, Etihad Airways offers one-way fares as low as $545 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NBO to ORD on Mon, Nov 16), while Etihad Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $943 departing on Fri, Oct 23 and returning on Fri, Oct 30. -
Which airlines offer flights from Nairobi to Chicago?
At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Nairobi to Chicago, including: Etihad Airways Ethiopian Airlines Lufthansa Qatar Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days. -
When is the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Chicago?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals. -
How can I find the best deals on flights from Nairobi to Chicago?
To find best deals on flights from Nairobi to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Nov 16, with one-way flights priced at just $545.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Etihad Airways.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around January.
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When are flight tickets from Nairobi (NBO) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?
The cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Chicago is September, when demand for travel is lower. -
Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Chicago on?
After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Chicago on October 13, 2026 with Etihad Airways, with prices starting at $550. -
Which airports can I fly into Chicago from Nairobi?
You can arrive at any of the following airports in Chicago: O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O'Hare International Airport (NBO-ORD) are by far the most popular option for this route. -
Is there any time difference between Nairobi and Chicago?
The time difference between Chicago and Nairobi is 9h. -
How do I change or cancel my ticket from Nairobi to Chicago?
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages. -
What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Nairobi to Chicago?
Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Nairobi to Chicago is $959. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability. -
How do I book flights from Nairobi to Chicago on Trip.com?
Enter Nairobi and Chicago, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
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