Kenya Airways Flights from UK
The Pride of Africa: Fly Kenya Airways
Travel to the heart of Africa with Kenya Airways, the Pride of Africa that flies you from Nigeria to world As a prominent member of SkyTeam Alliance, Kenya Airways has direct flights between London Heathrow and Nairobi, providing the fastest way to the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Mombasa beaches.
At Good Flights, we optimize your adventure:
- The Only Way to Fly: We secure seats on the daily direct service from London to Nairobi aboard the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
- Safari Seamlessness: Expert connections to regional airstrips and holiday destinations like Zanzibar and Seychelles.
- Smart Fares: Exclusive deals for VFR (Visiting Friends & Relatives) and tourism traffic.
Trusted & Secure Booking
Your expedition begins with a secure booking.
- ATOL Protection: Financial security for your peace of mind.
- PCI-DSS Compliant: Secure payment processing for all transactions.
- Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees—what you see is what you pay.
Connecting Africa to the World: About Kenya Airways
With its base at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya Airways (KQ) is the Kenyan flag carrier. It has one of the youngest fleets on the continent and serves as a critical economic bridge between Europe and Africa.
Flying on business directly into the heart of the CBD or hopping nimbly between over 40 destinations in Africa, you can expect excellence when flying with Kenya Airways.
Operational Metric | Specification |
Global Hub | Nairobi (NBO) – Jomo Kenyatta Int’l Airport |
Global Alliance | SkyTeam (Partnered with Air France/KLM) |
Fleet Highlights | Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (Long Haul flagship) |
Key Route | London (LHR) to Nairobi (NBO) – Direct |
Strategic Advantage | Best connectivity to East & Central Africa |
Service & Experience
Kenya Airways operates on its London route the ultramodern Dreamliner, the Boeing 787, which is engineered to give a feeling of relaxation from takeoff to landing.
Premier World (Business Class)
Take your travel to the next level with lie-flat seats that make a comfortable bed. Expect a top-shelf open bar, multi-course evening dining that strides the continents of Africa and the rest of the world, and fast-track SkyPriority at the airport.
Economy Class
And then there is the destination—and an award-winning seat with more legroom, large dimming windows, and personal handsets loaded in flight with new movies or African beats.
The Good Flights Edge: East Africa Experts
Good Flights makes accessible this complex part of the world, East Africa. We aim for Hub Optimization, so your transit in Nairobi is seamless, no matter if you’re going to a beach in Mombasa or meeting in Kampala.
Tailored Travel Solutions
- Safari Logistics: Traveling with Camera Equipment or Camping Gear? We recommend regional connection flight baggage allowances.
- Group Travel: Planning a mission trip or family reunion? We consider group representing and deposit systems.
- Loyalty: We make sure your Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) or Delta SkyMiles numbers are added so that you can earn points on this KQ flight.
Top Connections via Nairobi (NBO)
Unlocking the beauty of Africa via its most central hub.
|
Origin (UK) |
Destination |
Connection |
Flight Frequency |
|
London (LHR) |
Nairobi (NBO) |
Direct |
Daily (Dreamliner) |
|
London (LHR) |
Mombasa (MBA) |
via Nairobi |
Daily |
|
London (LHR) |
Entebbe (EBB) |
via Nairobi |
Daily |
|
London (LHR) |
Zanzibar (ZNZ) |
via Nairobi |
Daily |
|
London (LHR) |
Kisumu (KIS) |
via Nairobi |
Multiple Daily |
Note: Flight schedules are subject to seasonal changes.
Baggage Policy & Allowances
Kenya Airways offers a competitive “Piece Concept” policy, ideal for long-haul travel:
- Economy Class: Generally 2 pieces x 23kg (46kg total) for flights from London to Africa.
- Premier World: 2 x 32kg (64kg total) + 2 cabin bags.
- SkyTeam Elite Plus: More baggage than you are allowed to carry on bag within and regardless of cabin.
Review your exact allowed weight on your Good Flights e-ticket.
Transit at Jomo Kenyatta (NBO)
Nairobi is a modern and efficient transit hub:
- Terminal 1A: The exclusive terminal for SkyTeam and other international partners with contemporary lounges and duty-free shopping.
- Simba Lounges: For a shower and a hot meal, Premier World passengers use the Pride and Simba lounges.
- Visa on Arrival: There are transit visas for those taking a diversion and exiting the airport but typically not when making an international-to-international connection.
- Yellow Fever: Get a vaccination card if you plan to fly in/out of specific African zones.
Experience the Pride of Africa
From the savannahs to the cityscapes, your African adventure starts here. Choose Kenya Airways for the only direct SkyTeam option to East Africa. Partner with Good Flights to secure the best seats at the best prices today.