Question 1

How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 8 to 9 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Heathrow to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways and British Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi) and British Airways (via Doha). If a short 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 direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Heathrow to Nairobi there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of services 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 Heathrow to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Heathrow to Nairobi there are around 8 to 9 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Heathrow to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Heathrow to Nairobi usually departs at 09:50. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Nairobi.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Heathrow to Nairobi depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Heathrow to Nairobi usually departs at 18:50. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0770, EY0065 34h 05min	Etihad Airways		£490
Best option London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 17/08/26 direct BA0063 09h 05min	Return 15/09/26 direct BA0064 09h 10min	British Airways	?	£733
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 04/09/26 1 Stopover (CAI) MS0784, MS1849 14h 15min	Return 02/10/26 1 Stopover (CAI) MS0850, MS0777 33h 40min	Egyptair		£596
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/08/26 1 Stopover (BRU) SN2096, SN0481 24h 50min	Return 28/09/26 1 Stopover (BRU) SN0482, SN2093 13h 55min	Brussels Airlines	?	£491 found yesterday
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0767 19h 45min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0768, EY0061 19h 25min	Etihad Airways		£494
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0770, EY0065 34h 05min	Etihad Airways		£499
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0768, EY0063 25h 10min	Etihad Airways		£503
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0768, EY0061 19h 25min	Etihad Airways		£510
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 19/06/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Return 05/07/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0768, EY0063 25h 10min	Etihad Airways	?	£517
London Heathrow Nairobi	Outbound 17/08/26 2 Stopovers (MUC, BRU) LH2481, LH2282, LH5540 22h 15min	Return 15/09/26 2 Stopovers (BRU, GVA) LX4529, LX4573, LX0354 17h 20min	Lufthansa		£524

Outbound and return from	489,99 £
Flight duration	min. 08:35 / max. 08:40
Return flight duration	min. 09:00
Distance	6849 km
Flights per week	16
Departure airport	Airport London Heathrow (LHR)
Arrival airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Destination country	Flights to Kenya
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Nairobi Kenyatta
Departure airport - Destination country	London Heathrow - Kenya

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