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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Mombasa

NBO — MBA
Jul 5 — Jul 121
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Mombasa Moi Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Nairobi to Mombasa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nairobi (NB0) to Mombasa (MBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R2 083
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R4 136 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R904 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nairobi to Mombasa. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa (average of R406). Flying from Nairobi to Mombasa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R544). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NBO to MBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Nairobi to Mombasa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Nairobi to Mombasa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 2% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Mombasa

Explore weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Mombasa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

The most flights from NB0 to MBA are scheduled on a Monday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mombasa from Nairobi?

    Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), located 8,0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Nairobi to Mombasa. 2 airlines have flights to Moi Intl from Nairobi on a regular basis. Booking flights from Nairobi to Mombasa Moi Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 31 inbound flights from Nairobi per day.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa consider choosing Delta(79%), SAUDIA(75%) or Air France(75%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nairobi to Mombasa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nairobi to Mombasa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nairobi to Mombasa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nairobi to Mombasa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Mombasa (average of R406). Flying from Nairobi to Mombasa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R544). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Nairobi to Mombasa

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Skyward ExpressCheapestR1 507AverageR2 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR2 076AverageR2 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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