Question 1

How long is the flight from London to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from London to Nairobi typically takes around 7 hours 35 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 12 hours 25 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from London to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from London to Nairobi, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 9 to 10 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will have an easier time finding a suitable nonstop connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London to Nairobi?

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Direct flights from London to Nairobi are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways and British Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi), British Airways (via Doha) and KLM (via Amsterdam). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from London to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from London to Nairobi operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London to Nairobi, there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London to Nairobi, there are around 9 to 10 flights per week. The number of flights can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from London to Nairobi usually departs at 9:50 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Nairobi.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from London to Nairobi usually departs at 6:50 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Nairobi	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0120, SV0435 12h 35min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0430, SV0119 12h 15min	Saudi Arabian Airlines	?	$769
London Nairobi	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0120, SV0435 12h 35min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0430, SV0119 12h 15min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		$800
Best option London Nairobi	Outbound 06/25/26 direct KQ0101 08h 35min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0430, SV0119 12h 15min	Kenya Airways	?	$1,082
London Nairobi	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0120, SV0435 12h 35min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0430, SV0119 12h 15min	Saudi Arabian Airlines		$807
London Nairobi	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0711, WB0452 13h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0710 22h 00min	RwandAir		$838
London Nairobi	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0711, WB0452 13h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0710 22h 00min	RwandAir		$841
London Nairobi	Outbound 06/23/26 1 Stopover (BRU) SN2104, SN0481 11h 50min	Return 07/01/26 1 Stopover (BRU) SN0487, SN2095 19h 25min	Brussels Airlines	?	$843
London Nairobi	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0711, WB0452 13h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0710 22h 00min	RwandAir		$845
London Nairobi	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0711, WB0452 13h 10min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0710 22h 00min	RwandAir	?	$873
London Nairobi	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0711, WB0402 21h 00min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0453, WB0710 22h 00min	RwandAir	?	$880

Roundtrip from	768,40 $US
Flight duration	min. 08:35 / max. 08:40
Return flight duration	min. 09:00
Distance	6837 km
Flights per week	16
Departure airport	Airport London, all Airports (LON)
Departure country	Flights from United Kingdom
Arrival airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta International (NBO)
Destination country	Flights to Kenya
Departure country - Arrival airport	United Kingdom - Nairobi Kenyatta International
Departure airport - Destination country	London, all Airports - Kenya

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