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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to London flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Nairobi to London

Alternative Nairobi to London routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nairobi to London? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nairobi to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,064
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time9 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to London: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to London is R 8,092. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to London.
American Airlines, British Airways and Kenya Airways fly direct from Nairobi to London.
As of May 2025, there are 48 flights per week flying from Nairobi to London.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to London is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Nairobi, the cheapest airport near London is London Heathrow – which is 22.9 km away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,092.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to London on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 11 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in London, when it usually averages around 22°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
The cheapest airline that flies to London is Gulf Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to London Heathrow Airport is Kenya Airways.

Flying from Nairobi to London: what you need to know

  • Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Nairobi to London. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's main airports.

  • Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).

  • Hop on a direct Nairobi to London flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 10 minutes.

  • London's timezone is UTC+0, making London three hours behind Nairobi.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 14 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Nairobi to London is with British Airways at 23:25. Go for the first NBO to LHR departure with Kenya Airways at 08:55 to fit in more activities on your first day in London.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your Nairobi to London flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to London

  • Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Nairobi to London flights.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Nairobi to London. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Nairobi to London.

  • Find a cheap Nairobi to London flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and fly right through to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). If you're searching for a direct flight from Nairobi to London out of NBO, those are your arrival options.

  • British Airways is a leading airline that offers direct Nairobi to London plane tickets from NBO.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Nairobi to London flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to London? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:

  • 67.1% of flights leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

Arriving in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • If you have a late flight from Nairobi to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:

  • Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your Nairobi to London flight.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nairobi to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The journey will take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Nairobi to London:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • Travel to the centre after your flight from Nairobi to London has touched down. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.

  • The journey will take around 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.

  • If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near STN. Get settled at one of these stays after your Nairobi to London flight:

  • Begin your journey without worrying about how to get to your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.

  • Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Nairobi to London is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.

Best time to go to London

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to London, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Nairobi to London ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Nairobi to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

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