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$505+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kenya

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CHI — NBO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kenya (KE0). 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 December 18, 2024.

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$919
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One-way from

$505
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kenya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:05 pmORD - NBO
3 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/158:20 amNBO - ORD
2 stops44h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,251
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:05 pmORD - NBO
2 stops40h 50mSWISS
Sat 2/1511:45 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops49h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,321
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/167:05 pmORD - NBO
2 stops40h 05mRwandAir
Fri 2/78:50 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops26h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 12/16$1,371
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:39 pmORD - NBO
2 stops39h 56mBritish Airways
Wed 1/1511:35 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop23h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,414
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/204:25 pmORD - NBO
2 stops43h 55mAir France
Tue 3/411:59 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops48h 06mAir France
Deal found 12/18$1,536
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/287:05 pmORD - NBO
1 stop27h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 2/141:35 amNBO - ORD
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,595
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/169:10 pmORD - NBO
2 stops63h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/711:55 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,768
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/274:25 pmORD - NBO
1 stop20h 35mDelta
Tue 1/1411:59 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,770
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:05 amORD - MBA
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3112:30 pmMBA - ORD
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,922
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/252:01 pmORD - NBO
2 stops22h 59mAir Canada
Wed 1/1511:45 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,936
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/2410:11 amORD - NBO
3 stops30h 09mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/266:00 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops22h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$2,054
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/241:10 pmORD - NBO
1 stop39h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/146:20 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,193

Find flights from Chicago to Kenya within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kenya 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 December 18, 2024.

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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/31

7:50 pm-1:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/10

3:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$918

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/28

9:34 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/10

11:30 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$920

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/31

10:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 2/7

11:30 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$920

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

7:40 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 7/13

1:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$922

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/8

9:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/18

6:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 40m

$928

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

7:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/17

1:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$935

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

7:05 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 1/25

1:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$966

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

10:10 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops40h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/24

11:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$973

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

5:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/14

10:40 pm-9:46 am

2 stops43h 06m

$975

ChicagoNairobi

MDW - NBO

MDWNBO

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/1

3:41 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops21h 19m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 2/8

11:30 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops51h 41m

$981

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kenya

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Kenya

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Kenya including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kenya (average of $1,009). Flying from Chicago to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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 December 18, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Kenya, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kenya ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Kenya when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kenya, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France, SWISS and Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Kenya to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 Etihad Airways ($505), Qatar Airways ($538), and RwandAir ($585).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kenya (average of $1,009). Flying from Chicago to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$752Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$802Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$841Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$893Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$906Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$908Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LufthansaCheapest$911Average$1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$925Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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