Flying from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA): What you need to know
Mombasa is three hours ahead of London. Mombassa Moi International Airport is located in Mombasa, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to MBA, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to MBA leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and MBA.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to MBA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
When searching for a plane ticket from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a detour to Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
The trip to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Mombassa Moi International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your plans stay right on track.
About Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MBA if you're catching a late flight from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your London to Mombassa Moi International Airport flight.
Getting from Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
From Mombassa Moi International Airport, central Mombasa is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
Right now, Rs125,855 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs222,058. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to MBA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap London to Mombassa Moi International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Mombasa. August is when most people book flights from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Mombasa is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your London to MBA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Mombasa
Start your Mombasa trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Mombassa Moi International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Mombasa when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Mombasa Marine National Park followed by Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Mombasa, now it's time to discover other parts of Kenya. Journey around 105 kilometres northeast to Malindi to check off its leading attractions. From Golden Beach to Marafa-Hells Kitchen and Marine park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.