Cheap flights to Mombasa
Regular and charter flights to Mombasa are handled by Moi International Airport, which is located just 8 km from the city center. The current route network connects the region to 14 cities, offering convenient flight options from Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The highest flight frequencies are recorded from Nairobi (336 flights per week), Addis Ababa (28 flights), and Dubai (15 flights). Detailed information on transportation logistics can be found in the how to get there section.
In total, 20 airlines operate flights to this destination, providing passengers with a wide choice of fares and comfort levels. The largest carriers are Air Jamaica and Kenya Airways, while regular connections are also maintained by Ethiopian Airlines and Fly Dubai. Below on this page, there are special cards for popular departure cities with a search form to help you quickly find and book suitable tickets.
Lamu — Mombasa
Nairobi — Mombasa
Eldoret — Mombasa
Kisumu — Mombasa
Entebbe — Mombasa
Zanzibar City — Mombasa
Kigali — Mombasa
Dubai — Mombasa
Addis Ababa — Mombasa
Warsaw — Mombasa
When is the best time to book a flight to Mombasa?
The price of a flight to Mombasa changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $383. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
Flight insights to Mombasa
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Mombasa — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Mombasa come from Nairobi, Addis Ababa and Dubai. Nairobi leads with around 336 flights a week.
- Nairobi336 flights/week
- Addis Ababa28 flights/week
- Dubai15 flights/week
- Zanzibar City14 flights/week
- Lamu12 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Mombasa depart from Kenya, Ethiopia and United Arab Emirates. Kenya alone accounts for about 80% of all direct routes.
- Kenyaavg $86
- Ethiopiaavg $298
- United Arab Emiratesavg $218
- Tanzaniaavg $224
- Germanyavg $423
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Mombasa range from Lamu at $53 to Addis Ababa at $298 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Nairobifrom $63
- Addis Ababafrom $298
- Dubaifrom $218
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $224
- Lamufrom $53
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Mombasa from right now are Lamu from $53, Nairobi from $63 and Eldoret from $113.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Mombasa is from Frankfurt am Main at about 9h 5m, followed by Warsaw (8h 49m) and Milan (8h 32m).
- Frankfurt am Main9h 5m
- Warsaw8h 49m
- Milan8h 32m
- Rome7h 55m
- Istanbul7h 3m
Popular departure cities to Mombasa
Kenya
Ethiopia
United Arab Emirates
Tanzania
Kenya
Germany
Uganda
Turkey
Kenya
Poland
Rwanda
Italy
Kenya
Italy
South Africa
Somalia
Malawi
Ethiopia
Burundi
Zimbabwe
Mauritius
Saudi Arabia
Zambia
Seychelles Islands
Madagascar (Malagasy)
Ethiopia
Ethiopia
Mayotte
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Zimbabwe
Malawi
Mozambique
Namibia
Zambia
Djibouti
Botswana
Madagascar (Malagasy)
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Ethiopia
Comoros
Mozambique
Congo
Ethiopia
Zimbabwe
Ethiopia
Angola
Rwanda
Mozambique
Nigeria
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Cameroon, United Republic Of
Gabon
Saudi Arabia
Congo Democratic Republic Of
Congo
Nigeria
Ethiopia
EthiopiaFrequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Mombasa?
- Currently, air links are established with 14 cities worldwide. This list includes both domestic Kenyan destinations and major international transport hubs in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Mombasa?
- The highest number of flights are operated from Nairobi (336 flights per week), Addis Ababa (28 flights), and Dubai (15 flights). Routes from Zanzibar City (14 flights) and Frankfurt (12 flights) are also popular.
- How many airlines fly to Mombasa?
- A total of 20 airlines operate flights to this destination. The most active carriers offering the largest number of flight options are Air Jamaica, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines.
- Which airports receive flights to Mombasa?
- All major international and domestic flights are handled by Moi International Airport (MBA). The terminal is located just 8 km from the central part of the city, making the journey to hotels quick and convenient.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Mombasa?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to compare options from all 20 carriers in the market. Using the search form in the departure city cards located further down the page will allow you to quickly find the optimal fares for your desired dates.