Flying from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in London. Explore your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when reserving your flight from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
The average time for a direct London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is 8 hours 45 minutes.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of London.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), with 14 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from LHR to NBO is the 9:45am British Airways service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 6:50pm with British Airways.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to NBO, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) leave from this terminal.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport taking off from LHR.
Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways from LHR to NBO.
British Airways is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to NBO that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and NBO include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Work out whether departing from LGW makes the most sense for you.
Kenya Airways operates direct flights from London to NBO departing from LGW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Kenya Airways has the largest share of bookings on the LGW to NBO route.
The most punctual carrier is Kenya Airways. Its London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights land as planned 77.78% of the time.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and NBO:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
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The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
When searching for a plane ticket from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Make a pit stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kms (35 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
About Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Nairobi. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is £165. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £456. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from London to NBO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). July is when most people travel to Nairobi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your London to NBO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Nairobi right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Your Nairobi visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya you'll want to see. Around 153 kms (95 miles) northwest of Nairobi, a trip to Nakuru will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.
Eldoret is another favourite destination in Kenya and is around 274 kms (170 miles) northwest of Nairobi. No journey is complete without dropping by BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret, Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre and The Eldoret City of Champions Monument.
