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Sat, Aug 8
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£519
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Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
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Fri, Aug 7
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£525
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Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£540
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Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
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Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
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Mon, Aug 3 – Mon, Aug 10
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£1,163
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Mon, Aug 3 – Mon, Aug 10
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£1,167
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Mon, Aug 3 – Mon, Aug 10
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£1,195
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Mon, Aug 3 – Mon, Aug 10
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
£1,209
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Mon, Aug 3 – Mon, Aug 10
Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
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Washington, D.C. IADMombasa MBA
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How much do flights to Mombasa cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£519

Cheapest round-trip

£1,163

Average round-trip

£1,228

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
Washington Dulles International
Arrive to
Moi International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Mombasa

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Kenya AirwaysKQAKQNo
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No
Skyward Express LimitedSEWOWYes
JambojetJMAJMYes
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo

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
18 Jul
23%
27°C22°C
25 Jul
36%
27°C22°C
Sunday
19 Jul
40%
27°C23°C
26 Jul
57%
27°C23°C
Monday
20 Jul
22%
27°C21°C
27 Jul
49%
28°C23°C
Tuesday
21 Jul
40%
28°C23°C
28 Jul
79%
27°C22°C
Wednesday
22 Jul
60%
27°C22°C
29 Jul
57%
28°C22°C
Thursday
23 Jul
63%
27°C23°C
30 Jul
41%
28°C22°C
Friday
24 Jul
57%
27°C22°C
31 Jul
12%
28°C22°C
Travelers usually depart from Washington Dulles International, Baltimore–Washington International, or Ronald Reagan Washington National when they travel from Washington, D.C. to Mombasa. The most popular airlines for this route are Kenya Airways, JetBlue Airways, Skyward Express Limited, Jambojet, and Turkish Airlines. Washington, D.C. and Mombasa have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Washington, D.C.?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Washington, D.C. and London, Orlando, Atlanta, Edinburgh, Los Angeles, Tampa, Mexico City, Miami, San Salvador, San Juan, Dallas, Istanbul, Denver, New Delhi, Guadalajara, Fort Lauderdale, Kathmandu, Manchester, Paris, Toronto.
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 Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is mainly served by Washington Dulles International. But there are other airports nearby, including Baltimore–Washington International, Ronald Reagan Washington National.
What airports are near Washington, D.C.?
The main airport in Washington, D.C. is Washington Dulles International. It is also served by Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Hagerstown Regional, Lancaster.
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 Washington, D.C. and Mombasa?
Currently, you can fly between Washington, D.C. and Mombasa with Kenya Airways, JetBlue Airways, Skyward Express Limited, Jambojet, Turkish Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Washington, D.C. and Mombasa?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. and Mombasa?
Traveling between Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
There are a number of airports in and around Washington, D.C.. The main one is Washington Dulles International and other nearby airports include Philadelphia International, Norfolk International, Richmond International, Atlantic City International, Lehigh Valley International, Trenton–Mercer, Harrisburg International, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional, Hagerstown Regional, Lancaster
How many airports are there near Mombasa?
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