Cheap Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mombasa.

Nairobi to Mombasa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs12,399
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 6 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week496

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa is Rs25,172. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa.
Kenya Airways, KLM and Jambojet fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa.
As of May 2025, there are 507 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Mombasa is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Mombasa Airport on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mombasa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mombasa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Skyward Express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mombasa.

Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Nairobi and Mombasa share the same timezone, UTC+3.

  • Each week, there are 1,188 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, go for the 01:35 Kenya Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:59 with Kenya Airways.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your NBO to MBA flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Mombasa adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Kenya:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Fly540 on this route.

  • Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates NBO to MBA flights, with 69.72% of its services arriving as planned.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between NBO and MBA include:

    • Zanzibar International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Moi International Airport (MBA)

  • Rs12,399 is currently the best price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs25,172. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to MBA.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NBO to MBA.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Of all flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to NBO? If you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to MBA if you're catching a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Moi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and chase adventure across Mombasa and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Moi International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa

  • Moi International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Mombasa. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Mombasa in February.

  • The warmest month in Mombasa is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Moi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from NBO to MBA in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mombasa. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.

  • Around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa, Thika is another essential stop in Kenya. Experience major highlights starting with Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove.

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