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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Mombasa (NBO-MBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Mombasa

Sun, 4 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
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5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 00mdirect
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7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 00mdirect
C$ 145Freedom Airline Express
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 00mdirect
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11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 00mdirect
C$ 156Freedom Airline Express
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 00mdirect
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3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 00mdirect
C$ 175Skyward Express
Wed, 7 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 00mdirect
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8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 00mdirect
C$ 175Skyward Express
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 00mdirect
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7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 00mdirect
C$ 175Skyward Express
Sat, 30 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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9:35 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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7:40 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 190Jambojet
Mon, 26 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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5:35 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 279WorldTicket
Sat, 26 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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3:20 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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5:35 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 279WorldTicket
Tue, 17 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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3:20 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 279WorldTicket
Wed, 23 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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5:35 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 279WorldTicket
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa start at C$ 145. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 164 to C$ 218. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 145 on Freedom Airline Express.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa at C$ 164 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 232) and August (C$ 210) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa the cheapest?

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 139
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (25% more expensive on average)
Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa

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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Apart from NBO, are there other airports in Nairobi from which I can fly to Mombasa?

    In Nairobi, you can board your flight to Mombasa at either NBO or the smaller Wilson Airport (WBA). When booking your flight to Mombasa from Nairobi, you should consider booking a flight that takes off from WBA. At this smaller airport, you will encounter shorter lines than at NBO, mainly because WBA has fewer travelers than NBO. Since WBA serves only a small number of flights to Mombasa, if you’d like to fly from this airport, you should book a ticket as early as possible.

  • Which mode of public transportation can I use to travel from Nairobi’s city center to NBO?

    If you’d like to travel to NBO from downtown Nairobi via public transportation, you’ll have to take a taxi, as taxi is the only mode of public transportation that serves the route. To get a taxi, you can choose from Uber, Bolt, or LittleCab. Alternatively, you can order a taxi from one of the city’s cab companies.

  • Where can I get information at MBA?

    If you need specific information while at MBA in Mombasa, you should head to one of the airport’s information desks. Available in each of the two terminals, these desks have well-informed airport staff.

  • Does MBA have a business center?

    MBA has one business center. Located in the main terminal, the business center features workstations and offers business services such as printing, photocopying, and faxing. Equipped with strong internet connection, you can accomplish all your work-related tasks from this business center.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    4 airlines operate flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Mombasa. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Jambojet
    • Kenya Airways
    • Skyward Express
    • Freedom Airline Express

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Skyward Express: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Kenya Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jambojet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 16–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Skyward Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 190 variants.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 181 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 190, a difference of C$ 10. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 28 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 24%, and Night flights for 9%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Mombasa?

    Bamburi Beach is one of the most viewed places in Mombasa on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:09 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 1:08 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 09m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 7% above the route average of C$ 186. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa take?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa takes 1h 09m, covering 679 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 139, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Skyward Express's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights?

    Skyward Express is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Jambojet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights are:

    • Skyward Express: 86% on time
    • Jambojet: 85% on time
    • Kenya Airways: 76% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What car rental options are available at Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA)?

    Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 40 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Autounion Car Rental
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Final Rentals

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa range from C$ 164 to C$ 218, with an average of C$ 186 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 164 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights?

    Jambojet is the only airline on the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 181 – about C$ 10 less than Thursday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 164 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 68 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Skyward Express is the strongest pick on this route. 86% of Skyward Express flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 82%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour28 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • On the date you’re set to board your flight to Mombasa at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you should get to NBO at least 1h 30min ahead of your flight’s departure time. Getting to NBO this early will ensure you can make it through the airport’s busy security checkpoints in time for your flight. It will also ensure that you have plenty of time to explore points of interest at the airport.
  • While waiting for your flight to Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA), you can relax at NBO’s Pride Lounge, Simba Lounge, or Aspire Lounge. Pride Lounge and Simba Lounge are located in Terminal 1A, whereas Aspire Lounge is in Terminal 1B. At any of these paid-entry air-conditioned lounges, you’ll enjoy access to alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, flight information monitors, magazines, and TVs. You’ll also enjoy great customer service, as all three lounges boast outstanding staff.
  • If you’re hungry, you can grab a bite at NBO as you wait for your flight to Mombasa; NBO is home to several outstanding dining options. Some notable eateries where you can dine at NBO include Amaica Restaurant, Java Express Café, Java House, Ro-Ro Restaurant, Hardee’s, Karibu Café, Kwaheri Snack Bar, and the Kenchic Inn.
  • In Mombasa, you can easily rent a car of your choice at MBA, as long as you are 18 years or older and have the required documents. The airport features car rental companies like Hertz, Unicorn Rent A Car, Ace, Avis, and Budget.
  • All flights from Nairombi to Mombasa are direct, as they last a little over an hour. Some of the airlines that make the route are Jumbojet, Fly540, 748 Air Services, Hahn Air Systems and Kenya Airways.

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to Mombasa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa Moi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Mombasa Moi Intl

Monday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

Thursday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Friday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

Saturday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

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Direct returns

Mombasa Moi Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

Thursday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Friday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

Saturday

Jambojet,Kenya Airways,Skyward Express

Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Freedom Airline Express,Jambojet, +2 more

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