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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi from £273

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — NBO
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Nairobi are usually found in March or November, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£477

One-way from

£273

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£721
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/10-20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • London to Nairobi
2/9
  • 2/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 05m total
  • London to Nairobi
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Nairobi
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 3 July 2025.

Thu 4/910:55LGW - NBO
1 stop12h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 24/903:35NBO - LGW
1 stop14h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7£479
Tue 23/909:00LGW - NBO
1 stop19h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 28/1117:00NBO - LGW
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7£480
Thu 9/1015:00LGW - NBO
1 stop12h 30mSAUDIA
Wed 28/102:40NBO - LGW
1 stop12h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 2/7£481
Thu 27/1118:40LGW - NBO
2 stops24h 20mSWISS
Sun 21/1223:55NBO - LGW
2 stops44h 55mSWISS
Deal found 1/7£486
Thu 9/1011:00LGW - NBO
Nonstop9h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 1/323:40NBO - LGW
Nonstop9h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/7£496
Thu 25/910:10LGW - NBO
1 stop25h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/1018:00NBO - LGW
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7£519

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 July 2025.
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Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Nairobi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Thu 4/9

10:55-01:50

1 stop12h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 24/9

03:35-16:15

1 stop14h 40m

£479

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Tue 23/9

09:00-06:40

1 stop19h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 28/11

17:00-06:05

1 stop16h 05m

£480

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Thu 9/10

15:00-05:30

1 stop12h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 28/1

02:40-12:00

1 stop12h 20m

£481

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Thu 27/11

18:40-22:00

2 stops24h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 21/12

23:55-17:50

2 stops44h 55m

£486

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Thu 9/10

11:00-22:00

Nonstop9h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

23:40-05:50

Nonstop9h 10m

£496

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Thu 25/9

10:10-13:10

1 stop25h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/10

18:00-06:25

1 stop14h 25m

£519

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Mon 7/7

21:45-14:10

3 stops38h 25m

£273

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Tue 23/9

15:00-05:30

1 stop12h 30m

£275

LondonNairobi

LGW - NBO

LGWNBO

London Gatwick

Fri 17/10

12:40-09:15

1 stop18h 35m

£349

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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 27 June 2025.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi (average of £695). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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 3 July 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 29 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 3 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andSAUDIA 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.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Qatar Airways, at £477, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Turkish Airlines and SAUDIA. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi is £374. On average you can expect to pay £876. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), can usually be booked for £452.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi (average of £695). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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 3 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest£347Average£473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£374Average£521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapest£399Average£431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£406Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£432Average£629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapest£445Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£486Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£492Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£501Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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RwandAirCheapest£553Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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