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Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Kenya to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Kenya?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Kenya from the United Kingdom found in the last 72 hours was to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, at $663 round-trip. The most popular route is London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $663.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya is November, when tickets cost $879 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,574 and $1,375 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Kenya, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from the United Kingdom to Kenya, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Kenya?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO), with an average flight price of $890.


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Flight from London to Nairobi

FAQs for booking flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya

  • Are there non-stop flights to Kenya?

    Direct flights can be booked on British Airways, which operates a non-stop service between London Heathrow (LHR) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, whereas all flights from the UK to Mombasa operate with at least one stopover.

  • Can I carry duty free alcohol into Kenya?

    If you are visiting Kenya and would like to take your favourite alcoholic beverage to sip after a long day of sightseeing, you are permitted to take either 1l of spirits or 2l or wine into the country duty free. You have to be over the age of 18 to be able to take advantage of this duty-free limit.

  • How do I get to the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary?

    If you are going to visit the tented camp of the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary, you should consider booking flights into Moi International Airport, which is 1h30m drive away from the sanctuary. It is possible to book a road transfer from the airport to Mwaluganje.

  • How many airports are there in Nairobi?

    The main international airport for Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport receives international, domestic and regional flights, while Wilson Airport (WIL), also located in Nairobi is a hub for only regional and domestic flights.

  • Where will I stop over on one-stop flights to Kenya?

    Different airlines will change planes at different airports en route to Kenya. Ethiopian Air stops at Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), while Qatar Airways changes planes at Doha Hamad Intl (DOH). If you fly with Lufthansa, you'll stop at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What should I know about two-stop flights to Kenya?

    Flights to Kenya that have two stops included are provided by several flight providers such as Air France, KLM, EasyJet, and Egypt Air. The EasyJet flights are the cheapest and stop at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). They usually include a self-transfer. 

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to Kenya is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from the United Kingdom to Kenya with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to Kenya?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United Kingdom to Kenya up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Kenya?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Kenya is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $886. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $1,013 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Kenya?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Kenya is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $611 on average. Morning departures are around 11% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Kenya is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,019.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of the United Kingdom

  • There are three international airports in Kenya that provide onward connections to other destinations. Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa is good if you want to visit the coastal region of Kenya. If your visit takes you to the western border, then you could consider booking connecting flights from Nairobi and Mombasa to Kisumu International Airport (KIS), while Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi is a central hub from which to explore.
  • If you are looking at flights to Kenya so you can visit Lake Victoria, why not think about flying into Nairobi and booking an onward flight to Kisumu, which is located on the banks of the lake. You would need to fly into either Mombasa or Nairobi and book a domestic flight to Kisumu International Airport.
  • If your aim is to spend time in Tsavo East National Park, you can fly from the UK into either Mombasa or Nairobi and travel by road from the airport to the park. Mombasa is 155 mi from Tsavo East, while Nairobi is 201 mi away.
  • It is easy to obtain Kenyan shillings once you have arrived at your airport of entry into Kenya – either at an ATM or at the currency exchange counters that exist at the main airports. While you might not want to change all your currency here, it is important to have some local currency to pay for taxis from airports as, although they will accept global currencies, your change will be given in Kenyan currency.
  • Visas will be required by British passport holders who are visiting Kenya and can be obtained at the airport upon arrival. To save time and avoid possible airport queues, you can also obtain a visa before you fly, either online in the form of an eVisa or at the Kenyan High Commission. You will need a passport that is valid for six months from the time you enter Kenya.
  • To find cheap flights to Kenya you'll most likely fly to Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombassa. It is the second-largest airport in Kenya. To get to the city centre from the airport, head south on Airport Road and connect to A109 Mombassa Rd. The drive takes about 20 minutes.
  • Once you find cheap flights to Kenya and are booked to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, take a bus or catch a taxi to get to your next destination. The local bus service is provided by green and yellow Citi Hoppa. It is an inexpensive and reliable way to get to the Nairobi suburbs.
  • Two-stop flights are your best option when trying to find cheap flights to Kenya. There are flights leaving from all 5 of London's major airports and you can arrive at any of the 3 major airports in Kenya. The best connections for two-stop flights are from London Gatwick (LGW) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
  • When you book a one-stop flight from London to Kenya you'll have the choice of departing from London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW), London City Airport (LCY) and Stansted Airport (STN). Most one-stop flights on this route are provided by Ethiopian Air.

Top 5 airlines serving from the United Kingdom to Kenya

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United Kingdom to Kenya? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SAUDIAOverall score based on 617 reviews
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I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

10.0 ExcellentNadine, May 2025NUM - RUH
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I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Damage lagguage, They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Same situation saudi lost my pram and car seat and damaged lagguage

My gag was left at liayad airport when I landed at jeddah airport 9 am I waited for my bags at jeddah airport till 2.45 pm almost 6 hrs bad very bad

Apart from chaotic boarding - which I totally understand was outside the control of gate staff. It was comfortable mid haul flight. Well done to cabin crew for their patience and hospitality with largely elderly passengers returning from pilgrimage.

The intettainme is old stuff and difficult to get by WiFi and the chair is not comfortable at all although the staff were excellent but beyond their limited

Overall a great experience, no movies were available. Bags were delivered a bit late. Seat controls were not working well. I couldn't make my bed fully flat.

It is almost 7 hours journey ,you should have provided with TV entertainment and mobile charging

I think the staff was short. Being Vegan, I ordered a custom meal. The meal was not provided both two ways. I assume they forgot. They were short on staff. It was taking for ever to provide service. people were getting restless.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

I didn’t have food and they don’t include entertainment. Not much leg room at all. Staff were great.

Better synchronizing the boarding processes. The audio announcements, the personnel and the digital signage were not saying the same thing. All confusion.

Business class was nothing more than Economy with middle seat empty. Uncomfortable seat and leg room. A mom behind me had a 18 month/2 yr old on her lap, who had his feet on my back all the time- while middle seat remained empty. Pretty much not worth the fare. Very disappointed.

The first class seats were unusable, mine at the end of the flight, my husband's in the middle of the flight, and the one next to me was unusable either, they had to move the person to another seat.

charging port did not work, no entertainment system. Other than that the flight was good and safe.

Last minute gate change. Didn’t put our TSA global on our trip even though we asked multiple times to confirm. Did not help with food when could not eat what was served.

When Stephen arrived with our wheel chairs - we were in excellent hands! He was such great help with getting our rental car and then reporting our missing luggage. When you are exhausted from traveling for too many hours, he was just what we needed to navigate everything! Give that guy a raise!

The cabin was bit colder than I like but the crew members looked after us very well. They did even offer hot water bottle and hot chocolate. I cannot rate the crew enough excellent is not good enough. They really were wonderful.

Boarding is always a challenge as folks in al groups crowd around for no reason, but crew handled it well. I once again applaud the LHR ground baggage staff as they got our bags from a flight at Terminal 5A to a flight in Terminal 5C within 40 minutes...amazing!

Gate information deliberately delayed to only one hour B4 flight, lack of info finding gate.

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