LPG Cooking Gas Prices Kenya

LPG in Kenya: what you need to know

LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) is the main cooking fuel for urban Kenyans, having largely replaced kerosene in towns and cities over the past decade. An estimated 40% of Kenyan households now use LPG for cooking, with adoption fastest in Nairobi, Mombasa and other urban centres.

Unlike fuel, LPG prices in Kenya are not regulated by EPRA. Suppliers set their own prices, which is why prices vary between brands and between towns. Shopping around — or using Legit Index to check community-reported prices — can save you real money.

The most popular cylinder sizes

Size	Best for	Typical monthly use
6kg	Single person or couple, small flat	1–1.5 cylinders
13kg	Family of 4–6 people	1 cylinder every 3–5 weeks
22.5kg	Large families, small restaurants, caterers	1 cylinder per month+

New cylinder vs refill

When you buy an LPG cylinder for the first time you pay both the cylinder deposit (ownership fee) and the gas fill. When you refill, you only pay for the gas. Prices on Legit Index reflect refill prices — what you pay to fill an empty cylinder you already own.

Major LPG suppliers in Kenya

• Total Energies (TotalGaz) — widest distribution, available at Total service stations nationwide
• Rubis (formerly Kenol/Kobil) — strong presence in Nairobi and Central Kenya
• Gulf Energy — often among the cheaper options in Nairobi
• Hashi Energy — strong in Mombasa and Coast region
• AfriGas — mainly commercial and industrial supply
• ProGas — growing retail presence

Safety note

Always buy LPG from licensed, reputable suppliers. Counterfeit and under-filled cylinders are a risk in Kenya. Check that the cylinder seal is intact before purchasing, and ensure your supplier is licensed by EPRA. Report suspected unsafe cylinders to EPRA at epra.go.ke.

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