Cheap 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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