$350 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Nairobi (NBO)

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Cheap Flights from London to Nairobi (LHR-NBO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $350 for one-way flights and $544 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Brussels Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Oct 7
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$544 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from London to Nairobi, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $544 found 1 day ago
Brussels Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 11
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$544 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$544
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from London to Nairobi, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $544 found 4 days ago
EGYPTAIR
Fri, Jan 2 - Mon, Jan 12
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$571 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$571
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Fri, Jan 2 from London to Nairobi, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $571 found 6 days ago
Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$608 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$608
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from London to Nairobi, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $608 found 23 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 2 - Mon, Jan 12
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$645 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$645
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 2 from London to Nairobi, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $645 found 6 days ago
Austrian Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 15
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$646 Roundtrip, just found
$646
Roundtrip
just found
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from London to Nairobi, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $646 just found
Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 10
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$660 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$660
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 30 from London to Nairobi, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $660 found 4 hours ago
Gulf Air
Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 8
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$678 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$678
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from London to Nairobi, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $678 found 4 hours ago
Saudia
Sun, Aug 31 - Fri, Sep 26
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$690 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$690
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from London to Nairobi, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $690 found 19 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 15
LHR
London
NBO
Nairobi
$703 Roundtrip, just found
$703
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from London to Nairobi, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $703 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Nairobi (NBO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $448 - $710 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. NBO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $1,162
NBO
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $1,162
Flights from London (LHR) to Nairobi (NBO)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$543
Distance
4251 mi
Average flight time
10 hours 53 mins

London to Nairobi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Nairobi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Nairobi are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Nairobi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Nairobi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Nairobi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Nairobi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Nairobi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $350 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Nairobi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Nairobi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) start from $1002. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Kenya Airways flight leaving LHR on July 13 2025 and touching down at NBO. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LHR to NBO?
The cheapest flights from LHR to NBO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Fly nonstop from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) on a Kenya Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LHR to NBO?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from LHR to NBO is Virgin Atlantic. You can take off on this route from $723. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LHR on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
With, on average, 2 direct flights that operate from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) each day, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
The 9 AM departures from LHR to NBO are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to NBO?
Thursday offers the most flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Heathrow Airport (LHR)'s earliest flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) is at approximately 9:45AM UTC+0. With a total travel time of 8h 50m, you'll arrive at around 9:35PM UTC+3.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Flights from LHR to NBO have an average travel time of 8 hours and 53 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 4,300 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Nairobi from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
If you're on a direct flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LHR to NBO right before your getaway is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to NBO flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a LHR to NBO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your LHR to NBO flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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