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Cheap flights from London to Nairobi

Compare real-time fares from London (LON) to Nairobi (NBO), Kenya. See the cheapest days on our price calendar, reserve now and pay later on many fares, and get real human support with no hidden fees.

Distance6,841 km
Typical non-stop timeabout 9h 03m
Time difference3 hours ahead
Currency in NairobiKenyan Shilling (KES)

Airports

Departing London

  • Heathrow (LHR) · 23 km from the centre
  • Gatwick (LGW) · 40 km from the centre
  • Stansted (STN) · 49 km from the centre
  • Luton (LTN) · 44 km from the centre
  • London City (LCY) · 13 km from the centre

Arriving Nairobi

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) · 12 km from the centre

Staying in Nairobi

Kenya's capital and East Africa's business hub, with Nairobi National Park on the edge of the city.

Nairobi travel guideHotels in Nairobi

London to Nairobi: questions travellers ask

How long is the flight from London to Nairobi?

London and Nairobi are about 6,841 km apart. A non-stop flight typically takes around 9h 03m; trips with a connection take longer depending on the stopover. TripSavo shows the exact time for every option before you book.

Which airports serve Nairobi?

Nairobi is served by Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), about 12 km from the city centre.

What is the time difference between London and Nairobi?

Nairobi is 3 hours ahead of London today. Where daylight saving applies, the difference can change during the year; flight times on TripSavo are always shown in local time.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Nairobi?

Yes, you need a passport valid for the whole trip, and many countries ask for at least six months' validity. Visa and transit rules for Kenya, and for any country you connect through, depend on your nationality, so check with the embassy or official immigration website before you book.

How can I find a cheaper flight from London to Nairobi?

Fares change with demand. Use TripSavo's price calendar to compare days, choose flexible dates (±1 or ±3 days) to see cheaper nearby days, and save a search to check it again later. On many fares you can also reserve now and pay later while you decide.

Which currency do I pay in?

You can pay for flights in US dollars (USD) or naira (NGN): choose the currency at checkout. Hotel stays and Pay Small Small plans are paid in naira. Payments go securely through Paystack, by card, or by bank transfer or USSD for naira. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the amount and may add its own fee.

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