Nairobi (NBO) to Chicago (ORD)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,022

miles

12,909

kilometers

6,971

nautical miles

🕐 15h 47m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (317°)

Direction

🌍 -9h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	8,022	+4,813	12,835 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	8,022	+4,813	12,835 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	8,022	+4,011	12,033 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	8,022	+4,011	12,033 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	8,022	+8,022	16,044 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	8,022	+4,011	12,033 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Chicago, your watch will be 9 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The NBO to ORD route connects Nairobi, Kenya with Chicago, United States. This long-haul flight covers 8,022 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from Kenya to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 317° from Nairobi. There is a 9 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About NBO

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves Nairobi, Kenya.

🛬 About ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is one of the world's busiest airports and a major hub in the United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 8,022 miles (12,909 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from NBO to ORD typically take around 15h 47m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 8,022 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.