Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa.

Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa pass through?

Connecting flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa most commonly pass through: • Istanbul (IST) – 89% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £689 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,171, a difference of £482. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Mombasa?

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

How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

A direct flight from Edinburgh to Mombasa takes 00m, covering 4,798 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Mombasa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £622 to £3,345. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 06m, compared to 15h 30m via Istanbul (IST).

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Mombasa?

Mombasa is 3 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Eastern Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA)?

Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £47 for economy cars. Top options include: • Autounion Car Rental • GREEN MOTION • Europcar • Hertz • Xdrive Mobility

How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Mombasa flight?

Return flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa range from £791 to £1,170, with an average of £949 over the past 12 months. Anything below £791 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa. It's 28% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Turkish Airlines (£677) and Air France (£685) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Edinburgh to Mombasa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular stopover for the Edinburgh to Mombasa route. 89% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Edinburgh to Mombasa?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £895. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Edinburgh to Mombasa, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for Edinburgh to Mombasa stopovers at 8h 33m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: £791-£1,170

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April

Cheapest • 36% price drop

May

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Cheapest • Avg £895 (return)

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Shortest trip • 14h 06m (one-way)

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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Mombasa

Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 15 Mar

20:30 - 16:00EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

40h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 10:30MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£622Multiple Airlines

Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

16:20 - 03:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

04:30 - 09:40MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

£677Turkish Airlines

Mon, 15 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

05:50 - 00:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

16h 09m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 10:30MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£685Air France

Tue, 16 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

05:50 - 00:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

16h 09m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 10:30MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£685Air France

Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec

10:40 - 03:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

61h 50m1 stop Istanbul

04:30 - 15:20MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Istanbul

£693Turkish Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec

16:20 - 03:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

56h 10m1 stop Istanbul

04:30 - 15:20MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Istanbul

£693Turkish Airlines

Thu, 18 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

05:50 - 00:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

16h 09m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 22:15MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£747Air France

Thu, 25 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

16:20 - 03:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

04:30 - 09:40MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

£749Turkish Airlines

Wed, 17 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

11:30 - 00:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

34h 29m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 10:30MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

18h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£754Air France

Wed, 17 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar

11:30 - 00:59EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

34h 29m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18:50 - 22:15MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

30h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£756Air France

Recent last minute flight deals from Edinburgh to Mombasa

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

16:20 - 03:30EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

04:30 - 15:20MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Istanbul

£668Turkish Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

12:00 - 11:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

20h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole

04:30 - 09:40MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

£855Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

12:00 - 11:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

20h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole

21:00 - 18:25MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

24h 25m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl Kastrup Copenhagen

£890Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

12:00 - 11:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

20h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole

20:10 - 10:30MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

17h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

£905Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec

20:30 - 08:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

33h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21:55 - 23:05MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

28h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

£917Kenya Airways

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

10:40 - 08:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

43h 00m2 stops Istanbul Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

04:30 - 09:40MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 10m1 stop Istanbul

£929Turkish Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec

09:30 - 08:40EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl

20h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

04:30 - 15:20MBA Mombasa Moi Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

13h 50m1 stop Istanbul

£1,049Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa. It's 28% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

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Cheapest flight	£622

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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Mombasa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa.
How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
A direct flight from Edinburgh to Mombasa takes 00m, covering 4,798 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Mombasa flight?
Return flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa range from £791 to £1,170, with an average of £949 over the past 12 months. Anything below £791 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Mombasa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £622 to £3,345. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA)?
Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Xdrive Mobility
Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
Flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa pass through?
Connecting flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa most commonly pass through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 89% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Edinburgh to Mombasa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £689 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,171, a difference of £482.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Mombasa?
Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 06m, compared to 15h 30m via Istanbul (IST).
What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Mombasa?
Mombasa is 3 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Eastern Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Mombasa?
Bamburi Beach is one of the most viewed places in Mombasa on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £689, about £482 less than Friday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Mombasa trip for April. Fares historically average £610 return in that month – typically £758 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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