Nairobi to Mombasa Flights
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Recommended hotels in Mombasa
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Weather in Nairobi and Mombasa
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
Nairobi
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon23° / 17°
- Tue25° / 16°
- Wed23° / 17°
Mombasa
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon28° / 23°
- Tue25° / 23°
- Wed26° / 22°
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Holidays and peak dates for Mombasa
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
- 10OctMazingira DaySaturday
- 20OctMashujaa DayTuesday
- 12DecJamhuri DaySaturday
- 25DecChristmas DayFriday
- 26DecBoxing DaySaturday
- 01JanNew Year's DayFriday
Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.
How to travel Nairobi to Mombasa
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
Air distance is about 423 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Nairobi to Mombasa
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A.P.G Flights
- Fares from
- KES 15,548
- Non-stop
- 7 in these results
- Departures
- 14 in the list above
Kenya Airways Flights
- Fares from
- KES 8,652
- Non-stop
- 5 in these results
- Departures
- 5 in the list above
Safarilink Flights
- Fares from
- KES 15,663
- Non-stop
- 4 in these results
- Departures
- 4 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 1h 0m · Kenya Airways |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:00 · A.P.G |
| Last departure of the day | 23:59 · Kenya Airways |
| Flight options found | 23 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 16 |
| Airport codes | Nairobi–NBO, Mombasa–MBA |
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 23 flight options, 16 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 23:59. The fastest flight takes about 1h 0m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from KES 8,652, Morning from KES 13,580, Afternoon from KES 13,580. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Nairobi
Nairobi offers a rare pairing of city museums and wildlife. Nairobi National Park lies close to the urban edge, while the National Museum introduces the country through natural and cultural collections. Central markets and neighbourhood cafés add a different day. Travellers from India often use the city before a safari or a meeting, but a short stay still needs careful road planning. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is southeast of the centre, and traffic can change the transfer time sharply.
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Tips for travellers from India
Select a Nairobi base around the main purpose of the visit. A central hotel works for the National Museum and business in the core, while Karen is more useful for attractions on the southwestern side. A safari operator’s pickup point matters as much as the hotel’s straight-line distance from the airport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport are separate facilities, and some onward safari flights use Wilson, requiring a road transfer rather than an airside connection.
Nairobi National Park is a wildlife outing with its own entry arrangements and vehicle planning; it cannot be treated like a city garden reached between meetings. Reserve a distinct block for it and avoid combining a game drive with a tightly timed departure from the international airport. The National Museum offers a different introduction to Kenya through its collections and can anchor an indoor half-day. Markets and central streets fit better around that museum visit than around a cross-city airport transfer. If staying in Karen, group southwestern attractions together before returning to the hotel. For an onward safari, confirm which Nairobi airport appears on the domestic ticket, the operator’s baggage allowance and the pickup location. This prevents a short city stay from becoming a sequence of unnecessary drives between the two airports and opposite hotel districts.
Best time to visit Nairobi
June to September or January to February, about 12–27°C, for generally drier outings.
Places to visit in Nairobi
How to reach Nairobi
By Air: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is about 15–18 km southeast of central Nairobi; road travel can take about 25–60 minutes. Taxis, booked cars, buses and hotel shuttles serve arrivals.
By Rail: Nairobi Central station links with the Madaraka Express service via Nairobi Terminus; check transfer arrangements.
By Road: The Nairobi Expressway and Mombasa Road lead from the airport; intercity buses depart from city terminals.
What to do in Nairobi
Arrange a wildlife drive in Nairobi National Park.
Explore the National Museum collections.
Walk marked trails in Karura Forest.
Visit the Giraffe Centre on a planned outing.
Nairobi airport information
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Kenya Airways uses Terminal 1A for most flights. During renovation work from September 2026, some of its flights and Precision Air services moved to Terminal 1C, so check the operating airline’s terminal on a codeshare booking.
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Nairobi to Mombasa flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Nairobi to Mombasa dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at KES 8,652. This can change from week to week.
How far is Nairobi from Mombasa by air?
The direct air distance between Nairobi (NBO) and Mombasa (MBA) is about 423 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from NBO to MBA?
Yes. 16 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Nairobi to Mombasa. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Nairobi to Mombasa?
A.P.G, Kenya Airways and Safarilink are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Mombasa?
The quickest non-stop Nairobi to Mombasa flight on this page takes about 1h. Non-stop flights here take between 1h and 1h 15m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Nairobi to Mombasa flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces, 2 Pieces and 15 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Nairobi to Mombasa flight fare?
The lowest Nairobi to Mombasa fare on this page is KES 8,652. Fares on the same dates run up to KES 36,982, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Nairobi to Mombasa flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 23:59, local time at Nairobi. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Where these fares come from
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Approx route distance: 422.94 km.
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Lowest Nairobi to Mombasa airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | KES 8,652 | 30/10/2026 | Kenya Airways | 19:10 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | KES 8,478 | 07/11/2026 | Kenya Airways | 19:10 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | KES 8,220 | 06/01/2027 | Kenya Airways | 19:10 |
Book Nairobi to Mombasa Flight Tickets on FlyX
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Nairobi to Mombasa Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Nairobi and Mombasa is about 423 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h to 23h 30m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Nairobi to Mombasa Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 23 flight options, 16 of them non-stop. The first departure from Nairobi is at 06:00 and the last is at 23:59. Flights leave from Jomo Kenyatta International and land at Moi International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Nairobi to Mombasa |
| Aerial Distance | 423 KM |
| Flight Duration | 1h - 23h 30m |
| Airport Codes | Nairobi - NBO, Mombasa - MBA |
| Total Flights Available | 23 flights16 direct7 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 23:59 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 7 flights5 direct2 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 2 flights1 direct1 with layover |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 8 flights6 direct2 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 5 flights3 direct2 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 1 flight1 direct0 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
MBA: Mombasa airport. Airport access in Mombasa depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
