London to Nairobi Flight Overview

The distance between London and Nairobi is approximately 6,827.58km. The average flight time between London and Nairobi is 8 hours 57 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. November is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£339
Uganda Airlines Uganda Airlines LON-NBO 12h 10m · 1 stop Sun, Oct 11
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Cheapest return
£482
Saudia Saudia LON-NBO 12h 10m · 2 stops Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 7
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Best time to book
October
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
6,827.58km
Flight distance
8h 57m
Average flight time

Find the cheapest direct flight options from London to Nairobi over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £400 and round-trip tickets from £557.

Airlines operating flights from London to Nairobi

Choose from 20 airlines flying from London to Nairobi, including Kenya Airways, Etihad Airways and British Airways. Uganda Airlines currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
Kenya Airways logo Kenya Airways
Etihad Airways logo Etihad Airways
British Airways logo British Airways
Gulf Air logo Gulf Air
Rwandair logo Rwandair
Qatar Airways logo Qatar Airways
EgyptAir logo EgyptAir
Air Arabia logo Air Arabia
Brussels Airlines logo Brussels Airlines
Turkish Airlines logo Turkish Airlines
Saudia logo Saudia
Lufthansa logo Lufthansa
Uganda Airlines logo Uganda Airlines
Emirates logo Emirates
AJet logo AJet
easyJet logo easyJet
KLM logo KLM
Pegasus Airlines logo Pegasus Airlines
Wizz Air UK logo Wizz Air UK
Nouvelair logo Nouvelair
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from London to Nairobi according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from London to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from London to Nairobi?

The average one way ticket price paid by Trip.com users from London to Nairobi in each month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from London to Nairobi is October, with an average price of £424. The most expensive month is usually December, with average prices reaching £657.

£657
£541
£424
£308
    Cheapest
  • £482
    Aug
  • £427
    Sep
  • £424
    Oct
  • £434
    Nov
  • £657
    Dec
  • £455
    Jan
  • £440
    Feb
  • £502
    Mar
  • £450
    Apr
  • £451
    May
  • £436
    Jun
  • £634
    Jul

What is the cheapest month for return flights from London to Nairobi?

Average price of return flights from London to Nairobi purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

Based on Trip.com's historical data, November is often the cheapest month for fly from London to Nairobi, with an average price of £579. July is usually the most expensive period, with prices averaging as high as £877.

£877
£728
£579
£430
    Cheapest
  • £773
    Aug
  • £628
    Sep
  • £626
    Oct
  • £579
    Nov
  • £863
    Dec
  • £642
    Jan
  • £629
    Feb
  • £679
    Mar
  • £697
    Apr
  • £688
    May
  • £676
    Jun
  • £877
    Jul

During the Summer bank holiday, which day is cheapest to fly from London to Nairobi?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from London to Nairobi during Summer bank holiday in the Trip.com database over the past three days.

Summer bank holiday is scheduled for Aug 31. The lowest flight fares from London to Nairobi are available on Aug 30, starting from £383.

£664
£524
£383
£243
    Cheapest
  • £664
    27
    Aug
  • £405
    28
  • £393
    29
  • £383
    30
  • £404
    31
  • £544
    1
    Sep
  • £484
    2

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from London (LON) to Nairobi (NBO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Uganda Airlines offers one-way fares as low as £339 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. LGW to NBO on Sun, Oct 11), while Saudia offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £482 departing on Sun, Oct 4 and returning on Wed, Oct 7.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from London to Nairobi with the following airlines, including: Kenya Airways British Airways Air Arabia Turkish Airlines Etihad Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 8 hours 57 minutes to fly from London (LON) to Nairobi (NBO).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from London to Nairobi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 24 flight per week flying from London to Nairobi. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: British Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- BA065 (10:09)
  • To find best deals on flights from London to Nairobi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
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  • The cheapest months to fly from London to Nairobi is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from London to Nairobi on August 31, 2026 with Brussels Airlines, with prices starting at £555.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Nairobi, with Heathrow Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (LHR-NBO) is by far the most common option on this route: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Wilson Airport (WIL).
  • The time difference between Nairobi and London is 3h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from London to Nairobi is £563. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from London to Nairobi is £926. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter London and Nairobi, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Air Arabia, Nouvelair and AJetare the most popular budget airlines flying from London to Nairobi. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flights from London to Nairobi

Nairobi is the capital and the largest city of Kenya. Nairobi got its name from a phrase which means cool water, which is a reference to the Nairobi River which flows through the city.  Nairobi is the industrial centre with railways being a major employer here. Nairobi also has the UNEP and UNO offices apart from many International companies and businesses.

Tip: Take a ride on the matatu, a fun public service transport vehicle for an interesting experience in the city.

Getting There

Nairobi is served by Jomo Kenyatta International Airport which is the largest airport in Kenya. There are around 2 direct flights to Nairobi per day. It generally takes 8 hours and 35 minutes to travel from London to Nairobi.

While leaving London, you will be using London Heathrow Airport. London to Nairobi flights are usually available from Kenya Airways and British Airways and some flights arrive in Nairobi via other countries like Turkish Airline, Swiss International Airlines. London to Nairobi flight booking can be done with KLM and British Airways since these have the highest percentage of on-time arrivals. Cheap flights from London can be booked from Swiss International Airlines.

Tip: The cheapest day to travel from London to Nairobi is on Thursday. Get ready to party hard on your vacation by choosing the right time to book the cheapest tickets.

What to see in Nairobi

In addition to its urban core, the city has Nairobi National Park, a large game reserve known for breeding endangered black rhinos and home to giraffes, zebras and lions. The Karen Blixen’s house and Museum is one of the major tourist attractions where the author Karen Blixen lived. This lovely colonial house is set in expansive gardens and has now been preserved as a museum.

The wonderful National Museum is also one of the major attractions of the country and a must-visit which is situated amidst the lush and leafy grounds which exhibit the cultural and natural history of the country.

Tip: Tours are available for the museum in English, French and possibly other languages. Avail this to understand the culture better.

Stay, Shopping, Eating, and Drinking

Lots and lots of guest homes and house stays are available for people who are willing to visit Nairobi and there are many hotels available which are affordable and showcase the love and hospitality of the people of Nairobi.

Variety of places are available on Nairobi to go shopping, whether it be the Westgate Shopping Mall or The Village Market. But things that speak of the culture and traditions of  Kenya becomes a memory that makes you revisit your experience again and again., like the necklaces and bracelets made out of Maasai Beads, hand-carved wooden sculptures, traditional Maasai blankets also known as Shukkas and many more.

In Nairobi, there is very wide of restaurants and especially home to Nyama Choma, which is local term used for roasted meat. The coffee here is special and very popular.

Tip: Nairobi has an annual restaurant week at the beginning of the year, in January and February. Do not miss the splendid opportunity to taste the flavours of Kenya in Nairobi.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.