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$481+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Nairobi

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ORD — NBO
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 April 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$885
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One-way from

$481
(FlightHub)

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December

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March

Average price

$969
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 9/2110:15 amORD - NBO
1 stop18h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/266:00 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops22h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$882
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 9/217:50 pmORD - NBO
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/285:00 amNBO - ORD
1 stop38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22$898
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:00 pmORD - NBO
1 stop19h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 5/2111:10 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop24h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 9/245:10 pmORD - NBO
1 stop18h 45mDelta
Mon 11/1711:30 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/21$916
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/207:30 amORD - NBO
1 stop19h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 10/2711:35 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop26h 01mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/22$919
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:10 pmORD - NBO
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2211:59 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$926
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 10/410:40 amORD - NBO
3 stops27h 50mAir Canada
Wed 10/1511:45 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops23h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/22$928
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 9/218:50 amORD - NBO
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2811:55 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$933
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:05 pmORD - NBO
2 stops41h 15mSWISS
Mon 11/1711:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops49h 20mSWISS
Deal found 4/21$967
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 5/91:55 pmORD - NBO
1 stop38h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 5/226:20 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/21$986
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/209:30 pmORD - NBO
3 stops64h 25mBrussels Airlines
Mon 12/111:55 pmNBO - ORD
2 stops45h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/21$988
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 9/155:55 pmORD - NBO
1 stop18h 25mLufthansa
Sun 9/2810:55 pmNBO - ORD
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/20$992

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi that are best for you.

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ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

10:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/10

3:45 am-8:15 am

2 stops36h 30m

$885

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

4:55 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/8

10:50 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$901

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

1:50 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/8

10:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$916

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

5:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/22

11:59 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$926

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

3:33 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/22

11:59 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$946

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

8:50 am-8:20 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/8

10:45 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$948

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/8

7:50 pm-1:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/16

3:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$969

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

1:55 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/22

6:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop22h 25m

$986

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:05 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops43h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/8

11:45 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops44h 25m

$1,010

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/6

9:25 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops41h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/15

10:45 pm-11:25 am

2 stops44h 40m

$1,019

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 ORD to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi 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 Nairobi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, 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 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 April 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Chicago to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,441 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $885. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at $901 and $916, respectively. Ethiopian Air is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi are Turkish Airlines ($481), Delta ($587), and Air France ($592).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi?

    Flights departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and landing in Nairobi layover in Addis Ababa most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi flights?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 O'Hare Intl to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$770Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$861Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$866Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$869Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$893Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$897Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$906Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$908Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$911Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$923Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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