Question 1

How long is the flight from Nairobi to London?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Nairobi to London typically takes around 10 hours 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 20 hours 21 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to London?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Nairobi to London, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, Kenya Airways and British Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Nairobi to London?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to London are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways and British Airways. These services take you to London without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

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

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Direct flights from Nairobi to London 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 Nairobi to London?

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On the route from Nairobi to London there are on average around 3 to 4 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 Nairobi to London?

Accepted Answer

From Nairobi to London there are around 22 to 23 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Nairobi to London depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Nairobi to London usually departs at 09:05. 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 London.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Nairobi to London depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Nairobi to London usually departs at 23:59. 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
Nairobi London	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90735, G90258 28h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90259, G90734 17h 45min	Air Arabia	?	£574
Best option Nairobi London	Outbound 01/12/26 direct KQ0100 09h 20min	Return 08/12/26 direct KQ0101 08h 35min	Kenya Airways		£691
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1342, QR0329 31h 20min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0330, QR1341 12h 50min	Qatar Airways		£584
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0766, EY0067 25h 45min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Etihad Airways		£582
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0766, EY0061 14h 00min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Etihad Airways		£583
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0766, EY0065 22h 05min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Etihad Airways		£586
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR1336, QR0329 14h 40min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (DOH) QR0330, QR1341 12h 50min	Qatar Airways		£589
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0766, EY0067 25h 45min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Etihad Airways		£590
Nairobi London	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0766, EY0061 14h 00min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (AUH) EY0064, EY0769 13h 25min	Etihad Airways		£602
Nairobi London	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90735, G90265 20h 35min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90259, G90734 17h 45min	Air Arabia		£599

Outbound and return from	£573.84
Flight duration	min. 09:00
Return flight duration	min. 08:35/ max. 08:40
Distance	6837 km
Flights per week	16
Departure airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Departure country	Flights from Kenya
Arrival airport	Airport London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) (LON)
Destination country	Flights to United Kingdom
Departure country - Arrival airport	Kenya - London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN)
Departure airport - Destination country	Nairobi Kenyatta - United Kingdom

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