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Cheapest return flight
R7 963
Typical prices: R7 625-R11 318
Ethiopian Air
Mon 26/3Sat 31/3
JNB - MBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 003
Typical prices: R5 173-R7 192
Ethiopian Air
Wed 26/12
CPT - MBA • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Mombasa

 
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Recent return flight deals to Mombasa

Fri, Mar 26 - Wed, Mar 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 11:40Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:35 - 3:55Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R7 963Ethiopian Air
16 hours ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Fri, Mar 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 11:40Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:30 - 20:10Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
8h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 145Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:50Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
25h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:30 - 14:10Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
26h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 311Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 14:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
RwandAir Logo
17:00 - 13:55Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R8 808RwandAir
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 0:59Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
6h 59m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
9:30 - 15:50Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 824Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 14:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
RwandAir Logo
17:00 - 13:55Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R8 824RwandAir
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 0:59Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
11h 54m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
4:50 - 10:55Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 907Kenya Airways
22 hours ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 14:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
10h 25m2 stops Kigali Intl Zanzibar Intl
RwandAir Logo
17:00 - 13:55Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Kigali Intl
R8 957RwandAir
2 days ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Fri, Mar 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 7:15Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
16h 00m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:40 - 13:15Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
R9 553Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Fri, Mar 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 14:35Johannesburg  Johannesburg OR Tambo-Mombasa Mombasa Moi Intl
23h 20m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:40 - 13:15Mombasa  Mombasa Moi Intl-Johannesburg Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dar Es Salaam
R9 586Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Mombasa

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Mombasa?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mombasa is the cheapest route at R7 963 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Mombasa?

On average, a return flight from South Africa to Mombasa costs R8 952, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Johannesburg average R8 829, while Cape Town runs a bit higher at R10 826.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Mombasa?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Mombasa at R8 443 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at R10 894.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mombasa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Mombasa with an average price of R7 963 return.
•August (R9 337) and January (R9 321) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Mombasa?

Night flights to Mombasa are the cheapest at R8 973 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R12 218.

What is a good deal for flights to Mombasa?

Flights under R7 625 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Mombasa at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Johannesburg R7 481.

When are flights to Mombasa the cheapest?

Flights to Mombasa are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Mombasa

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 003
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Mombasa

When to book flights to Mombasa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Mombasa, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Mombasa is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Mombasa is around R7 625 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Mombasa?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Mombasa are from Johannesburg, starting at R7 963 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Mombasa?

    Last-minute fares to Mombasa (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 4% lower than the average return fare of R8 952. Booking late can sometimes save money, but availability is limited.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Mombasa?

    Kenya Airways operates the most flights from South Africa to Mombasa at 0 per week, and for this route Kenya Airways is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Mombasa. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

Your guide to booking Mombasa flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Mombasa, book around 26 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 45% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Mombasa, a good return fare is around R7 625. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Mombasa in February. Return fares historically average R7 963, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R3 245 on a return flight. Evening flights to Mombasa average R8 973 compared to R12 218 for afternoon flights.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Mombasa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Mombasa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,0
RwandAirOverall score based on 44 reviews
7,9Comfort
8,0Boarding
8,2Crew
7,5Food
6,9Entertainment
Airline reviews

All was okay. Not much could be expected in the economy class. However, appreciate the on time departure and arrival. Lady pilot was excellent and smooth flight with smooth landing.

10,0 ExcellentElizabeth, Nov 2026
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All was okay. Not much could be expected in the economy class. However, appreciate the on time departure and arrival. Lady pilot was excellent and smooth flight with smooth landing.

Because of the long lay over hour, Rwand Air offered a free hotel accomodation and transport. This was highly appreciate d

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

A bit chaotic boarding flight but over all good experience.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

1. They messed up my baby food order. 2. They messed up my confirmed seats. 3. The screen on my seat was not working at all. So, it’s a horrible experience

It’s good alternative flight out from Mogadishu, especially for the timing

My entertainment screen wasn't working and they couldn't fix it.

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

Pre booking seats via Kayak was useless. We paid for seats near the wing as soon as we purchased the flight. When it came to allocating boarding passes ( 48hrs before departure) our seats were already taken and we ended up pretty much at the back of the plane . Kenya Airways were more interested in getting you to upgrade your seat rather than honour the ones purchased.

Service on the airplane is good. Food is acceptable. Going through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport after arriving from Entebbe International Airport in Uganda was tedious and redundant. We had to board a bus that took us to the airport where we went up an escalator. Then went downstairs to go through security., removing shoes, belt, watch, etc. TSA no longer requires shoes removal since July 8, 2025. That took a while then the next step was getting to Gate 19. There they had another security station which was redundant. I asked the security official why do I have to go through another security detail when I just spent all my time after arriving going through security only to come here and face another redundancy. They are using the new CT machine and the Leidos screening machine not the old magnetometer. The security had me remove my belt, my watch, etc. This particular machine does not require people to remove their belts and watches. Apparently the security officials are not properly trained on the CT and Leidos machines. For this reason I will try to go through Europe when going to Uganda than having to fly through Nairobi JKIA. The security officer said I should file a complaint. I'm not the only person who feels this way. Travel should be an adventure not an opportunity to torture travelers with redundant security checks that are nothing more than a waste of the travelers' time.

We paid for comfort economy The seats did not recline Staff and crew was not at all helpful

It was good ,I enjoyed it also crew were very respectful and patient waiting people parking their belongings.

boarded in a mannerly process, Departed on time, the pilot pointed out my. Kilimanjaro, snack and drink provided-great 1 hour flight

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

Staff and service on board is always exemplary. Food however could be better.

They should improve their time management and how to reschedule flights in order to avoid long stopovers

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