Question 1

What is the cheapest London to Nairobi flight route?

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Fly from London Heathrow to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl for the best London - Nairobi flight prices

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

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Our data shows that the cheapest London to Nairobi flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Nairobi at midday for as low as £512. Flights to Nairobi are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of £888. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Nairobi flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

How many flights depart from London to Nairobi on average per week?

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48 flights are operational weekly from London to Nairobi as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

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The cheapest day to depart from London to Nairobi is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £618. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £664. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Nairobi.

Question 6

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Nairobi flights?

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According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

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Kenya Airways, British Airways and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from London according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around £632 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from London for as low as £601 on momondo.

Question 9

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Nairobi?

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Gulf Air, Air Arabia, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Nairobi

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

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If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in May, then you should wait until September to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £530.

Question 11

How often are flights from London to Nairobi delayed?

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Historically, on average around 33% of flights between London and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

Question 12

What cabin class options are available on London to Nairobi flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Nairobi flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 13

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

How many flights depart from London to Nairobi on average per day?

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6 flights are operational daily from London to Nairobi as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 53% of flights per day taking off at midday.

Question 15

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Nairobi?

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £481 to £634.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £479.

Question 16

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Nairobi?

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After booking your flights from London to Nairobi, you may be interested to find out about the various services and facilities available at your airport of departure, as well as at Nairobi Airport. All major airports in London have top-class services and facilities, with an array of restaurants, bars, retail shops, and an extensive duty-free shopping section to accommodate traveller needs. You can also take advantage of luxury services such as the airport lounges that you can access at Heathrow and Gatwick, such as the Premium Lounge and No 1 Lounge. Both can be pre-booked online prior to arrival at the airport. At Nairobi Airport, you’ll find similar facilities, like restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops and retail shops, as well as banks, currency exchange and baggage storage. You can also put your feet up in the Aspire Lounge, Mara Lounge or Mount Kenya Lounge.

Question 17

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Nairobi?

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Once you’ve finalised booking your flights from London to Nairobi, it’s important that you research and plan your way to your departure airport in London. Equally, you should look at the best way to get From Nairobi Airport to the city centre. Travelling to the London airports is made simple with the convenient Express Train services to Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted. Trains depart from central London train stations and reach the airports in no time at all. You can catch the Heathrow Express from Paddington Station, taking just 15 minutes to the airport. From Victoria Station, you can grab the Gatwick Express, taking 30 minutes, and from Liverpool Street Station, you can get the Stansted Express, with a 50-minute journey to the airport. Make sure to book your tickets online in advance for the best price, and if possible, book as far ahead as 10-12 weeks before travel. If you’re travelling on a budget and have secured your cheap flights from London to Nairobi, you’ll be pleased to know that transport from the airport in Nairobi is very reasonably priced. Your best option is to grab a taxi at the airport, getting you to the city in around 45min. You can pre-book your taxi online, including a meet and greet service should you need it.

Which cities can you get to from Nairobi Airport?

If you’re looking at flights from London to Nairobi, you may want to know what other cities you can reach from Nairobi Airport, and there are indeed several popular locations. If you rent a car at the airport, you can reach the city of Nakuru in around 4 hours, while Naivasha is a little closer, taking approximately 3 hours to drive. Further afield, you can reach the port city of Kisumu on Lake Victoria in around 6h 20min via the A104 and A1 roads.

Question 18

Which airlines fly direct from London to Nairobi?

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If you’re looking at London to Nairobi flights, particularly direct flights, you can find some great deals through momondo. Currently, two British Airways and Kenya Airways operate direct one-way flights from London to Nairobi. You can depart London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in the morning and land at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in the evening with British Airways, with a total flight duration of 8h 40min. With Kenya Airways, you can leave the same airport and arrive in Nairobi in 8h 35min. Even the rates for each flight are pretty similar; the only significant difference is that British Airways offer more regular flights. If you want to save on flight costs, you could consider taking a route with a stopover. For instance, you can fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Qatar Airways via a 1-hour stopover in Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), for a total flight time of 13h 15min to Nairobi.

Question 19

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Nairobi?

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Prices for flights from London to Nairobi were last updated today.

Question 20

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Nairobi?

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As of December 2025, there are 20 operators available to choose from for flights from London to Nairobi.

Question 21

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Nairobi?

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Nairobi.

Question 22

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Nairobi trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest London to Nairobi flight route?

Fly from London Heathrow to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl for the best London - Nairobi flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

What cabin class options are available on London to Nairobi flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Nairobi flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Nairobi?

Gulf Air, Air Arabia, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Nairobi

Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

How often are flights from London to Nairobi delayed?

Historically, on average around 33% of flights between London and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Nairobi flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Nairobi flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Nairobi on average per day?

6 flights are operational daily from London to Nairobi as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 53% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from London to Nairobi on average per week?

48 flights are operational weekly from London to Nairobi as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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