London to Nairobi (LGW–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LGW–NBO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Kenya Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,227 miles in approximately 8h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KQ Kenya Airways Also: UX | 5 | 788 | 8h55 | – | SkyTeam | UX |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nairobi from London
| Metric | LGW→NBO | LHR→NBO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 28 |
| Flight time | 8h 55m | 8h 50m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · NBO: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Nairobi.
British passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya, replacing the old eVisa system as of January 2024. Apply at etakenya.go.ke at least 72 hours before travel. The fee is $30 for a single entry, valid for 90 days per visit with multiple entries over a 3-month period. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days but can be faster.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages. Upload a passport photo and a clear scan of your passport bio page during the application. Bring a printed or digital copy of the eTA approval. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory if arriving from or transiting through an endemic country (this includes connections through Addis Ababa, Nairobi itself is not endemic).
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) run about 8 hours 30 minutes on British Airways and Kenya Airways. The Kenyan shilling (KES) trades at roughly 155 KES per $1. M-Pesa mobile payments dominate local commerce, and some tourist-facing businesses accept it from foreign numbers registered at a Safaricom shop (passport required, 5-minute process). Take malaria prophylaxis for coastal and western regions; Nairobi and highland areas above 2,500m are malaria-free.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–NBO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to NBO
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from Kenya Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to NBO is about 8 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,227 miles (6,802 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, London Heathrow and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR).