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Flight deals from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.$864 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $864, select.
London.$864 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $864, select.
London.$865 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $865, select.
London.$910 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.
London.$910 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $910, select.
London.$919 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $919, select.
London.$945 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $945, select.
London.$948 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $948, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $1,624
Jul
from $919
Aug
from $1,118
Sep
from $1,134
Oct
from $1,080
Nov
from $1,048
Dec
from $1,196
Jan
from $1,111
Feb
from $1,148
Mar
from $1,148
Apr
from $1,189
May
from $1,156

Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Heathrow.

Nairobi to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$864
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time9 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow is $864. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow.
American Airlines, British Airways and Delta fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow.
As of June 2025, there are 45 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to London Heathrow is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Wednesday, 2 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 13 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Heathrow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Saudia and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Heathrow.

Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • London is three hours behind Nairobi and observes the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 20 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you want to take off early, take the 08:55 Kenya Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:25 with British Airways.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your NBO to LHR flight.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • British Airways is your gateway to exploring London (and maybe even some other great parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.

  • With 78.33% of services landing on schedule, British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating NBO to LHR flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NBO and LHR:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Kigali International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $435. A return fare right now is $864. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NBO to LHR.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from NBO to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to NBO? If you're catching an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London

  • London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NBO to LHR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.

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