How long is the flight from South Africa to Mombasa?

A quick flight from South Africa to Mombasa can take about 6h 59m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 927. Airlines will cover a distance of 2737 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mombasa ranges from 10.0 - 270.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 270.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Mombasa when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mombasa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Mombasa?

Consider Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways or RwandAir when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Mombasa.

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

When flying from South Africa to Mombasa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Mombasa from South Africa?

If you book a flight to Mombasa from South Africa, you will be flying to Moi Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA) is located 8,0 km from the centre of Mombasa.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Mombasa that include hotel bookings?

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mombasa (average of R7 553). Flying from South Africa to Mombasa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 186). 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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Mombasa, you should look to book at least 90 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mombasa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from South Africa to Mombasa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

RwandAir

7,8

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Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

RwandAir

7,8

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Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Ethiopian Air

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The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Kenya Airways

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RwandAir

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The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Mombasa from South Africa?
If you book a flight to Mombasa from South Africa, you will be flying to Moi Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA) is located 8,0 km from the centre of Mombasa.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Mombasa?
A quick flight from South Africa to Mombasa can take about 6h 59m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 927. Airlines will cover a distance of 2737 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Mombasa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Mombasa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Mombasa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Mombasa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Mombasa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Mombasa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mombasa (average of R7 553). Flying from South Africa to Mombasa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 186). 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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