Cheap flights from Chicago to Mombasa from £478

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Thu, Jul 16
Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£478
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Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£479
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Thu, Jul 16
Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£499
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Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
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Wed, Jul 15
Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£551
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£1,392
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Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£1,416
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Thu, Jul 16 – Tue, Jul 21
Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
£1,423
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Thu, Jul 16 – Tue, Jul 21
Chicago ORDMombasa MBA
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How much do flights to Mombasa cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£478

Cheapest round-trip

£1,392

Average round-trip

£1,480

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Kenya Airways

Getting from Mombasa airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: matatu minibuses and local buses.

Mombasa, Kenya's second-largest city and a major coastal destination, is served by Moi International Airport (MBA), located approximately 10 km west of the city center. The airport offers various airport transfers to city center options including taxis, ride-hailing services, matatus (shared minibuses), and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The coastal city's transport infrastructure provides travelers with affordable and convenient options to reach hotels, beaches, and the historic Old Town.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-40 min

KES 1,500 – KES 2,500; KES 1,500–2,500 (USD 10–17); fixed rates to city center

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

20-40 min

KES 800 – KES 1,500; KES 800–1,500 (USD 5–10); varies with demand

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

30-50 min

KES 50–100 (USD 0.35–0.70); from main road

every 10–20 min (traffic dependent)

local experience on budget

25-45 min

KES 0 – KES 2,000; KES 0–2,000 (USD 0–14); often complimentary at resorts

pre-arranged (traffic dependent)

resort guests

20-35 min

KES 3,000 – KES 5,000; KES 3,000–5,000 (USD 20–35); pre-booked

pre-arranged (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

20-40 min

KES 4,000 – KES 10,000; KES 4,000–10,000 (USD 28–70) per day

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring the coast

Notes:

  • Prices in KES; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Matatus depart from the main road outside the airport; a short walk from the terminal is required.
  • Ride-hailing apps (Uber, Bolt) are widely available but may have limited drivers during off-peak hours.
  • Traffic congestion is common during morning and evening rush hours; allow extra time.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Mombasa

Depart from
O Hare International
Arrive to
Moi International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Chicago to Mombasa

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Kenya AirwaysKQAKQNo
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes
Skyward Express LimitedSEWOWYes
Air FranceAFRAFNo
Hahn Air Technologies X1Yes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Mombasa

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January31°C24°C
February32°C24°C
March32°C25°C
April30°C25°C
May29°C24°C
June28°C23°C
July27°C22°C
August28°C22°C
September28°C22°C
October29°C23°C
November30°C24°C
December31°C24°C
Hottest Month
32°C
March
Coldest month
22°C
August
Sunny days
301
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
27 Jun
17%
27°C23°C
4 Jul
25%
27°C23°C
Sunday
28 Jun
36%
28°C23°C
5 Jul
17%
28°C23°C
Monday
29 Jun
73%
27°C23°C
6 Jul
36%
28°C23°C
Tuesday
30 Jun
42%
28°C23°C
7 Jul
49%
27°C23°C
Wednesday
1 Jul
23%
28°C23°C
8 Jul
44%
27°C23°C
Thursday
2 Jul
22%
28°C23°C
9 Jul
23%
27°C23°C
Friday
3 Jul
36%
27°C23°C
10 Jul
19%
27°C22°C
Travelers usually depart from O Hare International, Chicago Midway International, or Chicago Rockford International when they travel from Chicago to Mombasa. The most popular airlines for this route are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Skyward Express Limited, Air France, and Hahn Air Technologies. Chicago and Mombasa have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Chicago?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Chicago and Mexico City, London, Guadalajara, Morelia, New York, Orlando, León, Las Vegas, Dallas, Houston, Tampa, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Monterrey, Miami, Denver, Cancún, Istanbul, Atlanta, Calgary.
What are the most popular routes to and from Mombasa?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Mombasa and London, Nairobi, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham, Zanzibar, Kisumu, Frankfurt, Entebbe, Dubai, Harare, Lamu, Sydney, Riyadh, Berlin, Ho Chi Minh City, Vienna, Jeddah, Kigali, Bujumbura.
Which airports are there in Chicago?
Chicago is mainly served by O Hare International. But there are other airports nearby, including Chicago Midway International, Chicago Rockford International.
What airports are near Chicago?
The main airport in Chicago is O Hare International. It is also served by Gerald R. Ford International, South Bend International, General Mitchell International, Dane County Regional, Fort Wayne International, Quad City International, General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International, Muskegon County, Central Illinois Regional, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International.
What airports are near Mombasa?
The main airport in Mombasa is Moi International. It is also served by Moi International, Malindi, Ukunda, Tanga, Vipingo.
Which airlines fly between Chicago and Mombasa?
Currently, you can fly between Chicago and Mombasa with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Skyward Express Limited, Air France, Hahn Air Technologies.
When’s the best time to travel between Chicago and Mombasa?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Chicago and Mombasa, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Chicago and Mombasa?
Traveling between Chicago and Mombasa, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Chicago?
There are a number of airports in and around Chicago. The main one is O Hare International and other nearby airports include Gerald R. Ford International, South Bend International, General Mitchell International, Dane County Regional, Fort Wayne International, Quad City International, General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International, Muskegon County, Central Illinois Regional, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
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