Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi from £314

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — NBO
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Nairobi are usually found in March or May, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£480

One-way from

£314

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£561
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 40m total
  • London to Nairobi
16/1
  • 16/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • London to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Mon 16/306:20LGW - NBO
1 stop17h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/304:25NBO - LGW
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1£480
Mon 19/113:05LGW - NBO
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/102:40NBO - LGW
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£482
Fri 6/213:10LGW - NBO
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 13/202:40NBO - LGW
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£483
Sun 12/418:10LGW - NBO
1 stop16h 00mUganda Airlines
Sun 19/408:00NBO - LGW
1 stop10h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/1£484
Wed 28/113:50LGW - NBO
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/204:50NBO - LGW
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£485
Wed 28/113:50LGW - NBO
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/204:50NBO - LGW
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£486
Mon 12/110:00LGW - NBO
1 stop24h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 28/117:30NBO - LGW
1 stop15h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1£487
Tue 17/207:30LGW - NBO
3 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/301:45NBO - LGW
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£489
Fri 23/117:05LGW - NBO
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/115:40NBO - LGW
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1£489
Sat 28/217:05LGW - NBO
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/304:25NBO - LGW
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£490
Fri 30/113:10LGW - NBO
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/204:25NBO - LGW
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£491
Wed 22/417:35LGW - NBO
1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/403:10NBO - LGW
1 stop15h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/1£491

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Nairobi

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Tue 3/2

10:00-13:10

1 stop24h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 22/4

17:30-06:25

1 stop14h 55m

£496

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

17:05-03:05

1 stop31h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/3

04:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

£505

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Sat 28/2

17:05-03:05

1 stop31h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 15/3

04:50-16:10

1 stop14h 20m

£525

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 6/4

10:10-13:10

1 stop25h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 22/4

17:30-06:25

1 stop14h 55m

£546

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 6/4

14:55-06:40

1 stop13h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 19/4

01:20-13:25

1 stop14h 05m

£547

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

09:00-23:50

1 stop12h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/5

16:10-06:40

1 stop16h 30m

£547

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 6/4

14:55-06:40

1 stop13h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 21/4

16:10-06:40

1 stop16h 30m

£547

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

17:05-03:05

1 stop31h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

04:50-22:35

1 stop20h 45m

£549

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

18:10-12:10

1 stop15h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/2

22:10-09:40

1 stop14h 30m

£550

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

18:10-12:10

1 stop15h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/3

22:10-06:40

1 stop11h 30m

£550

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Nairobi

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi (average of £351). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of £484). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

How often are flights from London to Nairobi delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between London and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Nairobi flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Nairobi flights?

Over the past year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 31% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.
Uganda Airlines
4.1
Mediocre

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Christian,Feb 2025

YUL - DOH

Excellent, except this time is was a long time to check in our luguage but I think this is not the usual.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

    For as low as £496, Ethiopian Air can have you in Nairobi from London Gatwick Airport in 24h 10m. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Nairobi is about 4224 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    SAUDIA, at £351, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi one-way?

    £268 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SAUDIA. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Uganda Airlines and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from £332 and £345, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

    Consider Air Europa (72%), Kenya Airways (72%) or Virgin Atlantic (72%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

    The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi is £289. On average you can expect to pay £881. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), can usually be booked for £403.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi (average of £351). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of £484). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Gatwick to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest£351Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£381Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£421Average£498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapest£452Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£461Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£470Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£487Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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RwandAirCheapest£553Average£784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£605Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£677Average£882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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