Editor's Review

Kenya Airways will now operate 10 flights per week between Kenya and the UK.

National Carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) has launched direct flights to London Gatwick Airport in the UK. 

KQ launched the flights on the evening of Wednesday, July 2, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

The event was graced by Tourism CS Rebecca Miano, Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) Chairman Caleb Kositany, Aviation PS Teresia Mbaika, and British Deputy High Commissioner Ed Barnett. 

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) Chairman Brown Ondego and KAA Managing Director Mohamud Gedi also attended the launch. 

“We have officially launched direct flights to London Gatwick, expanding our UK service to 10 weekly flights. This new route strengthens connectivity, boosts trade and tourism, and offers greater choice for our customers,” KQ said in a statement.

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Kenya Airways KQ launches direct flights to  London Gatwick Airport. 

Speaking during the launch, KQ CEO Allan Kivaluka said the new route is more about growing trade and global connections.

“Our new Gatwick route isn’t just about flights, it’s about growth, trade, and deeper global connections,” said Kivaluka.

The London Gatwick Airport is now KQ’s second entry point to the UK after the London Heathrow Airport.

With this new Gatwick route, KQ will now operate 10 flights per week between Kenya and the UK.

“This new Gatwick service is KQ’s 2nd UK entry point, raising weekly UK flights to 10 and offering convenient night options. It’s a vital link for trade, tourism, education & diaspora ties,” KAA stated.

The launch comes days after President William Ruto and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer agreed to an additional six weekly Kenya Airways flights between Nairobi and London.

In a statement, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said the additional flights would unlock the persistent cargo and passenger challenges.

“In a strong demonstration of economic and people-to-people ties, Kenya and the UK have agreed to an additional six weekly Kenya Airways flights between Nairobi and London, starting this week, to unlock the persistent cargo and passenger challenges. This expansion signals the deepening commercial and tourism links between the two nations,” said Mohamed.