Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Chicago
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August 23 - August 30
NBO - Chicago
$1,529
$937
Round trip
August 24 - August 31
NBO - Chicago
$1,529
$938
Round trip
August 23 - August 26
NBO - Chicago
$1,607
$941
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September 18 - September 28
NBO - Chicago
$1,408
$942
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October 1 - October 19
NBO - Chicago
$1,375
$945
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August 29 - September 13
NBO - Chicago
$1,459
$945
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August 24 - August 28
NBO - Chicago
$1,610
$945
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September 16 - September 17
NBO - Chicago
$1,497
$945
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September 16 - September 28
NBO - Chicago
$1,410
$946
Round trip
September 16 - September 23
NBO - Chicago
$1,448
$946
Round trip
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Nairobi to Chicago: Overview
Insights for flights from Nairobi to Chicago
How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Chicago
Regular price: $1,330 - $2,044
Prices for flights from Nairobi to Chicago are currently below the regular range.
The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Chicago is typically between $1330 and $2044. The current lowest deal is $936 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Aug 23-Aug 30.
now $936
Low $1,330
High $2,044
The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Chicago
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Chicago is January, with a median price of $720. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2403. Prices are generally lower from January to December.
January
Flights from $720
March
Flights from $2,403
Direct flights from Nairobi to Chicago
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Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Chicago
Sun, Jul 12
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
Etihad Airways
$1,479
$942
One-way
Wed, Jul 15
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
Etihad Airways
$1,480
$1,209
One-way
Fri, Jul 17
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
Etihad Airways
$1,498
$1,191
One-way
Sat, Jul 25
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
$1,435
$1,155
One-way
Sun, Jul 26
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
Etihad Airways
$1,436
$947
One-way
Sun, Jul 26
NBO - Chicago
Nairobi (NBO) - Chicago (ORD)
Etihad Airways
$1,493
$981
One-way
Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Chicago
Aug 28 - Aug 29
$1,625 → $940
42%
Aug 23 - Aug 26
$1,607 → $968
40%
Aug 30 - Aug 31
$1,604 → $980
39%
Sep 23 - Sep 27
$1,514 → $921
39%
Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Chicago
Nairobi - Chicago route insights
💸 Price insights
Recent fares are near the typical level
Recent fares for Nairobi to Chicago are near the typical level, with 35% considered good prices.
📅 Best time to fly
January is historically the cheapest month to fly
Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Chicago, with a median price of $720.
⏱️ Flight duration
Flights are typically 37h 5m with 2 stopovers
Flights from Nairobi to Chicago typically take 37h 5m with a median of 2 stopovers.
✈️ Airlines & availability
Connecting flights only
There are no direct flights available; all routes require connecting flights from Nairobi to Chicago.
🏆 Airline highlight
Etihad Airways offers the most deals
Etihad Airways frequently offers deals on connecting flights from Nairobi to Chicago.
🎯 Booking tip
Deals are frequent on this route
Deals for flights from Nairobi to Chicago are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.
Nairobi main airports to depart from
Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International is a primary departure airport for flights from Nairobi to Chicago, offering competitive prices.
📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$943
Wilson (WIL)
Wilson Airport serves Nairobi and can be considered for flights to Chicago, though prices may be higher.
📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1950
Chicago main airports to arrive at
O Hare International (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering the cheapest flights to Chicago from Nairobi.
📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$943
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport provides another option for arrivals into the Chicago area from Nairobi.
📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1272
Chicago Rockford International (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative arrival point for flights to the wider Chicago region.
📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1812
Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative
General Mitchell International (MKE)
General Mitchell International is a major international airport with significant carrier presence and direct flight options.
📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by train or car)
💸 Flights from ~$1,417
Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)
Gerald R. Ford International is the second largest airport in Michigan with a robust domestic network.
📍 ~250 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1,209
Dane County Regional (MSN)
Dane County Regional is a reliable regional hub with efficient operations and good amenities, offering direct highway access.
📍 ~205 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1,491
South Bend International (SBN)
South Bend International is geographically the closest alternative airport to the Chicago metro area.
📍 ~125 km from Chicago (reachable by train)
💸 Flights from ~$1,411
Fort Wayne International (FWA)
Fort Wayne International offers multiple cabin classes and solid connectivity for travelers heading to eastern domestic destinations.
📍 ~260 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1,591
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$4,220
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$4,270
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$6,904
$4,429
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$4,429
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$3,812
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$3,812
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$5,049
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$4,743
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$5,004
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$5,060
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$7,873
$5,700
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Chicago, United States
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$8,094
$5,726
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Chicago, United States
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$7,705
$5,867
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Chicago, United States
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$6,906
$4,815
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Chicago, United States
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$7,074
$4,970
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Chicago, United States
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$6,832
$5,160
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Chicago, United States
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$7,680
$5,254
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Chicago, United States
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$7,731
$5,619
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Chicago, United States
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$7,807
$5,726
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$7,288
$5,726
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Chicago, United States
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$7,774
$5,726
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Chicago, United States
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$7,634
$5,729
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Chicago, United States
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$7,739
$5,729
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Chicago, United States
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$7,693
$6,063
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Chicago, United States
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$6,924
$4,894
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$7,149
$5,254
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Chicago, United States
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$7,326
$5,456
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$7,309
$5,464
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Chicago, United States
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$6,854
$5,479
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Chicago, United States
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$2,180
$1,848
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$2,179
$1,848
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$2,181
$1,867
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$2,180
$1,867
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$2,447
$2,425
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$2,972
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