How long is the flight from London to Nairobi?
🛫 From
London
London Heathrow Airport
LHR | GB
Departure: 02:48 PM GMT+1
🛬 To
Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
NBO | KE
Arrival: 12:55 AM GMT+3
⏱️ Flight Time
8h 7m
📍 Distance
6,849 kilometers
(4,256 miles)
Route Details
The flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi covers a distance of approximately 6,849 kilometers (4,256 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 8h 7m, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
Departure Time Zone
Europe/London
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from London to Nairobi?
A direct flight from London to Nairobi takes around 8h 7m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from London to Nairobi?
The distance from London to Nairobi is about 6,849 kilometers (4,256 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from London to Nairobi?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 8h 7m. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.
Return Flight
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