Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know
Mombasa is three hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to MBA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and MBA:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Moi International Airport (MBA)
£311 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £469. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to MBA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 19 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MBA:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Moi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and explore beyond Mombasa's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Moi International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
Moi International Airport is roughly 6 miles from central Mombasa. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport is February, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Mombasa based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Moi International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Mombasa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to MBA in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 270 miles north-west of Mombasa, a trip to Nairobi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Around 270 miles north-west of Mombasa, Thika is another favourite stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove.