Flying from Nairobi to Chicago: what you need to know
Nairobi is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Chicago flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Chicago, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the major entry points.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Nairobi to Chicago.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Kenya. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Nairobi to Chicago.
Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Nairobi to Chicago that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Nairobi to Chicago, browse these options when heading out from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can get to WIL from central Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Nairobi to Chicago, kick back in one of these hotels close to Wilson Airport:
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Chicago has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Public transport will get you there in about 46 minutes.
After your flight from Nairobi to Chicago, unwind at a hotel near MDW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Chicago
Right now, C$922 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Chicago. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,319. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Nairobi to Chicago, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Chicago. To avoid the crowds, head to Chicago in February.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Nairobi to Chicago in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Chicago, browse our selection of hotels including:
Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
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