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

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 07:09
• Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 01:08.

The flight takes about 1h 09m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa takes 1h 09m, covering 262 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa range from £89 to £118, with an average of £100 over the past 12 months. Anything below £89 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the £100 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

• Freedom Airline Express: 100% on time
• Skyward Express: 87% on time
• Jambojet: 86% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £9–£21 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 31%, Afternoon flights for 27%, and Night flights for 8%.

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.

One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £100, which is 82% above the typical average for this route.

Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Final Rentals

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

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 06m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Mombasa. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £97 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £103, a difference of £6.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

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

• Skyward Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Jambojet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

There is no long-term parking at Nairobi International Airport, so you will need to take public transport or use a drop-off service. The route 34 bus stops at the airport between 06:00 and 21:00 on weekdays. The trip takes around 60min, with buses leaving roughly every 20min. Many hotels have shuttle services, and there are also private shuttle services available. Private services often include a guide that will help you through the check-in process to security. A taxi from the city centre to the airport usually costs around KSh3,770 (around £27).

There are taxis available just outside the arrivals terminal. Prices can vary, and it's a good idea to agree on a price with your driver before setting off. Alternatively, you can take the airport shuttle to downtown Mombasa for around KSh150 (around £1.50). If you're staying at a hotel, check whether they offer a shuttle service from the airport directly to your hotel. Travellers who prefer to drive themselves will find car rental services outside the terminal.

If you have a late arrival and want a place to spend the night at Mombasa Airport, you can stay at the Jambo Village Hotel. It is only around 10min from the airport and provides a shuttle bus service for added convenience. If you're travelling light, you can walk to the hotel in about 15min.

There is a coffee shop in the domestic departures area where you can get a light meal and something to drink. You can find prayer rooms, and there are lounges in each terminal. Luggage storage is available, and power points are located throughout the terminal for charging your devices. There are currency exchange booths and ATMs, and please note that you may need local currency to make purchases as not all shops will take credit cards.