About This Route
Chicago to Nairobi is served by British Airways, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and 1 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 10 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 20,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates Skywards | 20,000 | 40,000 | 70,000 |
| ANA Mileage Club | 20,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 95,000 | -- |
| Qatar Avios | 25,000 | 55,000 | 95,000 |
| Flying Blue | 25,000 | 55,000 | -- |
| Etihad Guest | 30,000 | 60,000 | 105,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 30,000 | 60,000 | -- |
| Avios (BA) | 33,000 | 99,000 | -- |
| Asia Miles | 40,000 | 98,500 | 145,000 |
| Aeroplan | 65,000 | 100,000 | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Etihad Airways
EY
Emirates
EK
Best Programs for This Route
Emirates Skywards
Biz: 40,000 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 50,000 ptsVirgin Points
Biz: 95,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 55,000 ptsFlying Blue
Biz: 55,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 60,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 60,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 99,000 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 98,500 ptsAeroplan
Biz: 100,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Emirates Skywards offers the cheapest economy award at 20,000 points
- Best business class value: Emirates Skywards at 40,000 points
- First class available from 70,000 points via Emirates Skywards
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Chicago to Nairobi?
The cheapest option is Emirates Skywards starting at 20,000 points in economy. Compare 10 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Chicago to Nairobi with points?
Emirates Skywards offers business class for 40,000 points one-way. Other options include ANA Mileage Club at 50,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for ORD to NBO?
You can book this route with Emirates Skywards, ANA Mileage Club, Virgin Points, Qatar Avios, Flying Blue, Etihad Guest, Turkish Miles, Avios (BA), Asia Miles, Aeroplan. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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