Journey from the UK
How long is the flight to Kenya?
About 8h 45m from London6 to 10 hoursChecked 22 October 2026
About 8½ hours direct from London to Nairobi. For the coast, add a 1-hour flight to Mombasa or Diani. Kenya is 3 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 2 hours in summer.
- Under 3 hours
- 3 to 6 hours
- 6 to 10 hours
- 10 hours or more
Rating6 to 10 hours
Areas covered2 on this page
Overnight flights land in the morning, in time for a short flight to the Masai Mara or the coast.
Flight times from London
- Nairobi (NBO)6 to 10 hours
About 8½ hours direct.
- Mombasa (MBA) and Diani (UKA)10 hours or more
Via Nairobi, about 10 to 12 hours total.
The journey at a glance
Flight from LondonAbout 8h 45m
Distance6,841 km
Time difference+3 h (+2 h in UK summer)
Main airportNBO
Straight-line estimate for a direct flight from Heathrow. Real flights often take longer.
Before you go
- Safari flights have tight luggage limits, often 15 kg in a soft bag.
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Questions people ask
Is there a direct flight to Kenya from the UK?
Yes, from London Heathrow to Nairobi.