Flying from London to Eldoret Airport (EDL): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your next adventure. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organizing your flight from London to Eldoret Airport (EDL). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Eldoret is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London. Eldoret Airport is located in Eldoret.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to EDL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you want to explore a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to EDL.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 miles in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 50 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your London to EDL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 40 miles away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Eldoret Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Eldoret Airport (EDL)
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How to find the cheapest flights from London to Eldoret Airport (EDL)
Right now, $492 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Eldoret Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $853. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to EDL, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap London to Eldoret Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Save on your flight from London to Eldoret Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Eldoret Airport (EDL)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Eldoret Airport (EDL), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Eldoret based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Eldoret is February, with temperatures ranging between 50ºF and 82ºF. Book your London to EDL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
June has temperatures of between 50ºF and 73ºF. Look for cheap tickets from London to Eldoret Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Eldoret
Once you've booked your flight from London to Eldoret Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Eldoret:
Your trip to Eldoret won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre.
Explore more of Kenya
Eldoret has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Kenya waiting to be discovered. Around 160 miles south-east of Eldoret, a visit to Nairobi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
If you want to check out another corner of Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 75 miles south-east of Eldoret. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are the start of reasons to visit.
