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Cheapest return flight
R7 826
Typical prices: R7 346-R9 264
RwandAir
Thu 1/11Thu 8/11
JNB - MBA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 512
Typical prices: R4 925-R6 092
Kenya Airways
Sat 15/12
JNB - MBA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Mombasa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kigali Intl (KGL)
Cheapest • Avg R6 951 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Mombasa (JNB-MBA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Mombasa

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:10 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
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17:00 - 2:20MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 20m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R7 826RwandAir
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:10 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
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17:00 - 2:20MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 20m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R7 875RwandAir
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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3:10 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
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17:00 - 13:55MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R8 039RwandAir
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6
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17:00 - 0:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
6h 59m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:50 - 15:50MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 777Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:05 - 0:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 54m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:50 - 15:50MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 810Kenya Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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12:05 - 0:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 54m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:50 - 10:55MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 810Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
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23:00 - 11:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:30 - 20:10MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 925Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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8:20 - 17:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
8h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:30 - 20:10MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R10 647Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:10 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
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10:05 - 2:20MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 15m2 stops Entebbe Kigali Intl
R10 975Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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1:35 - 15:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MBA Mombasa Moi Intl
12h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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19:00 - 4:15MBA  Mombasa Moi Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R11 205Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa typically range from R7 346 to R9 264. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R7 826 on RwandAir.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa at R7 104 return.
•August (R9 220) and December (R8 990) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R5 512
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Mombasa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Mombasa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa takes 00m, covering 4 405 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa range from R7 346 to R9 264, with an average of R8 597 over the past 12 months. Anything below R7 346 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R8 597 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R7 826 to R34 470. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R6 770, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA)?

    Mombasa Moi Intl Airport (MBA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R475 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Final Rentals

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa most commonly connect through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Entebbe (EBB) – 0% of one-stop connections
    • Kigali Intl (KGL) – 0% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R7 990 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R9 351, a difference of R1 362.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 39m, compared to 9h 28m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 11h 12m via Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Mombasa?

    Mombasa is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R7 990, about R1 362 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa trip for July. Fares historically average R7 104 return in that month – typically R2 116 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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