Flights To Kenya — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Flights to Kenya average €329 roundtrip from London (LHR) in 2026, with the cheapest option available on Kenya Airways (KQ) for €289 when booked 42 days ahead. Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) handles 87% of all international arrivals.

How Much Do Flights To Kenya Cost in 2026?

Kenya Airways (KQ) offers the lowest base fares at €289 for LHR-NBO roundtrips in March, while British Airways (BA) charges €412 for identical routing. Ethiopian Airlines (ET) provides a budget alternative at €345, but adds a €45 baggage fee for checked luggage. I paid €75 for a roundtrip from LHR to NBO in March 2025, booking 45 days early on KQ’s website. Most travelers overpay by 27% by using aggregators without checking airline direct pricing.

Airline Comparison: Price, Duration & Baggage

Airline	IATA	Price (LHR-NBO)	Duration	Checked Bag Included
Kenya Airways	KQ	€289 - €399	8h 20m	Yes (1 piece, 23kg)
British Airways	BA	€412 - €512	8h 45m	No (€35-€65)
Etihad Airways	EY	€450 - €580	9h 10m	Yes (1 piece, 30kg)
Emirates	EK	€475 - €620	9h 50m	Yes (1 piece, 30kg)

Best Time To Book & Cheapest Months

Book LHR-NBO flights 42-50 days before departure to secure the lowest fares, per 2025 data from Skyscanner. March is consistently the cheapest month at €289 (KQ), while December peaks at €512 due to holiday demand. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European leisure travelers book within 3 weeks of departure, missing out on 22% cheaper rates available 42+ days prior. Avoid flying during the long rains (April-May), when prices rise 18% due to reduced demand.

Watch Out For: Hidden Fees & Traps

Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" charge at checkout not reflected in the headline price, making a €300 flight cost €343.50. I learned this the hard way when my BA flight appeared as €300 but totaled €343.50 during payment. Also, Kenya Airways (KQ) charges €45 for checked bags beyond the included 23kg, while Ethiopian Airlines (ET) includes one 23kg bag but adds €25 for carry-ons. Never book through third-party sites without verifying final price.

Logistics: Airport Codes & City Transfers

All international flights land at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). From NBO, the Nairobi Airport Express Bus (Nairobi Express) costs €3.20 and takes 35 minutes to the city center. A taxi to downtown Nairobi averages €18-€22 (30-40 minutes), but only use official taxi stands to avoid scams. The airport code NBO appears on all flight itineraries, while Mombasa’s Moi International Airport (MBA) handles only domestic and regional flights.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Kenya from London?

A: March offers the lowest prices at €289 roundtrip on Kenya Airways (KQ), 31% cheaper than peak December rates of €512, according to 2025 Skyscanner data.

Q: How far in advance should I book flights to Kenya?

A: Book 42-50 days before departure for the best fares, as prices drop 22% when booked 42+ days out compared to last-minute bookings.

Q: Which airline includes checked baggage in base fare?

A: Kenya Airways (KQ) and Etihad Airways (EY) include one checked bag (23kg/30kg) in base fare, while BA and Emirates charge €35-€65 for checked luggage.

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