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Cheap flights from London to Nairobi from £228

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Best price found

£228

Fastest flight time

8h 35m

Direct flights

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Airports in Nairobi

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The best one-way flight to Nairobi from London in the past 72 hours is £228. The best return flight deal from London to Nairobi found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £376.
The fastest flight from London to Nairobi takes 8h 35m
Direct flights go from London to Nairobi every day.
There is 1 airport near Nairobi: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Nairobi

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Nairobi?

November. The cheapest time of year to fly to Nairobi from London is November. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart London for Nairobi?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Tuesday. The most expensive is usually Saturday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Nairobi?

At midday. London to Nairobi flights are approximately 22% more expensive in the afternoon than at midday

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

Brussels Airlines. Brussels Airlines, Egypt Air, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from London to Nairobi

What is the cheapest London to Nairobi flight route?

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

How far in advance should you book London to Nairobi flights?

43 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from London to Nairobi is approximately 43 days to departure

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

5 flights are operational weekly from London to Nairobi as of March 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 16:00, with 50% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

37 flights are operational weekly from London to Nairobi as of March 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Saturday, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on London to Nairobi flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Nairobi flight.

When you’re planning your trip from London to Nairobi, the most popular airport-to-airport route is London Heathrow Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. When booking your trip to Nairobi, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. Good options for departure airports when travelling to Nairobi, you can try London Gatwick Airport (in London), London Stansted Airport (in London), or London City Airport (in London). The least expensive flight option from London to Nairobi will typically be LHR — NBO during the month of March with an average price of £372 RT.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£372
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£385
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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£609
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London City Airport (LCY) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£448
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London Luton Airport (LTN) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£595
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London Southend Airport (SEN) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)£692
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Easily compare return flights from London to Nairobi

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from London to Nairobi by changing tabs
Brussels Airlines
14 Jun
LHR06:50London Heathrow
10h 45m
1 stop
NBO19:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29 Jun
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
LHR17:05London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
13 Sept
LHR06:30London Heathrow
12h 50m
1 stop
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21 Sept
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
LHR17:05London Heathrow
Lufthansa
17 Apr
LHR07:30London Heathrow
11h 50m
1 stop
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
3 May
NBO23:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR16:40London Heathrow
Ethiopian Air
5 May
LGW10:10London Gatwick
13h 10m
1 stop
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 May
NBO18:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:20London Gatwick
SAUDIA
15 Sept
LGW15:00London Gatwick
12h 00m
1 stop
NBO05:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Sept
NBO02:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 00m
1 stop
LGW13:10London Gatwick
SWISS
17 Apr
LHR20:05London Heathrow
23h 15m
2 stops
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
3 May
NBO23:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 25m
2 stops
LHR16:35London Heathrow

Find the cheapest one-way flights from London to Nairobi

If you're looking for one-way flights from London to Nairobi, view some of our deals below provided by Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and SAUDIA
SAUDIA
14 May
LGW15:00London Gatwick
12h 00m
1 stop
NBO05:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines
11 Jun
LTN06:50London Luton
28h 15m
3 stops
NBO13:05Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Ethiopian Air
4 Apr
LGW10:10London Gatwick
13h 10m
1 stop
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Search last-minute flights to Nairobi from London

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Ethiopian Air
4 Apr
LGW10:10London Gatwick
13h 10m
1 stop
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24 Apr
NBO18:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
LGW06:20London Gatwick
Lufthansa
3 Apr
LHR06:30London Heathrow
12h 50m
1 stop
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
3 May
NBO23:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 30m
1 stop
LHR16:40London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
3 Apr
LHR07:30London Heathrow
11h 50m
1 stop
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
3 Jun
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
LHR17:05London Heathrow
SWISS
4 Apr
LHR06:00London Heathrow
13h 20m
2 stops
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
7 Jun
NBO23:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 20m
2 stops
LHR18:30London Heathrow
Brussels Airlines
4 Apr
LHR11:05London Heathrow
32h 15m
2 stops
NBO21:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
6 Jun
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
LHR17:05London Heathrow
Egypt Air
7 Apr
LHR15:00London Heathrow
32h 55m
1 stop
NBO01:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25 Apr
NBO05:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 45m
1 stop
LHR08:40London Heathrow

Best airlines flying from London to Nairobi

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LufthansaPriceFrom £365Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,892 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom £375Free CancellationRating
7.2
623 reviews
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SAUDIAPriceFrom £392Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,002 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom £404Free CancellationRating
7.3
813 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £414Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,744 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom £445Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,422 reviews
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Egypt AirPriceFrom £446Free CancellationRating
7.3
758 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom £455Free CancellationRating
7.7
4,558 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £459Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,885 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £464Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,691 reviews
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SAUDIA flights from London to Nairobi

Our best SAUDIA deals on London to Nairobi flight tickets
SAUDIA
15 Sept
LGW15:00London Gatwick
12h 00m
1 stop
NBO05:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Sept
NBO02:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 00m
1 stop
LGW13:10London Gatwick
SAUDIA
15 Sept
LGW15:00London Gatwick
12h 00m
1 stop
NBO05:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25 Sept
NBO02:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 55m
1 stop
LGW13:05London Gatwick
SAUDIA
22 Sept
LGW15:00London Gatwick
12h 00m
1 stop
NBO05:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Sept
NBO02:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 00m
1 stop
LGW13:10London Gatwick

Brussels Airlines flights from London to Nairobi

Our best Brussels Airlines deals on London to Nairobi flight tickets
Brussels Airlines
14 Jun
LHR06:50London Heathrow
10h 45m
1 stop
NBO19:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29 Jun
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 35m
1 stop
LHR17:05London Heathrow
Brussels Airlines
5 Jun
LHR17:50London Heathrow
23h 45m
1 stop
NBO19:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19 Jun
NBO23:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 35m
1 stop
LHR10:15London Heathrow
Brussels Airlines
5 Sept
LHR06:50London Heathrow
10h 45m
1 stop
NBO19:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
14 Sept
NBO22:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
LHR10:15London Heathrow

  • How far is London to Nairobi by plane?

    The straight-line distance from London to Nairobi is 4234.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 10h 35m.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.


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

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.


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

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.


Alternative routes for London to Nairobi

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Manchester to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time11h 30m
Cheapest price£360
London to Mombasa Flights
Fastest flight time19h 50m
Cheapest price£507
Birmingham to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time13h 25m
Cheapest price£387
Manchester to Mombasa Flights
Fastest flight time15h 00m
Cheapest price£599
Bristol to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time10h 35m
Cheapest price£742
Newcastle upon Tyne to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time25h 40m
Cheapest price£630
London to Kisumu Flights
Fastest flight time13h 00m
Cheapest price£756
Southampton to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time12h 00m
Cheapest price£674
Leeds to Nairobi Flights
Fastest flight time13h 35m
Cheapest price£707
Birmingham to Mombasa Flights
Fastest flight time16h 44m
Cheapest price£699
London to Malindi Flights
Fastest flight time12h 05m
Cheapest price£916

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