Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mombasa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mombasa

With a population of 799,668, Mombasa is the largest city in Mombasa, Kenya by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mombasa has to offer.

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When to visit Mombasa

Mombasa in July
Estimated package price
$89
2 travelers
Flight to Mombasa
3 nights at hotel
Mombasa in July
Estimated package price
$89
2 travelers
Flight to Mombasa
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mombasa in March, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 69.8 °F, with an average temperature of 75.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 10.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mombasa, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Mombasa

Plane

When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 26h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Mombasa is to pick up a car rental from Malindi, which is about 105 km from Mombasa. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Malindi.

Plane

When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 26h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Mombasa is to pick up a car rental from Malindi, which is about 105 km from Mombasa. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Autounion Car Rental, among others, in Malindi.

Airports near Mombasa

MYDMalindi
UKAUkunda
MBAMombasa Moi Intl

Airlines serving Mombasa

Lufthansa
Good (7,970 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,943 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (911 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,682 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,567 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,205 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,953 reviews)
Condor
Good (408 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (528 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mombasa

From 5-star hotels such as the Severin Sea Lodge to great affordable options like the Kenya Bay Beach Hotel, Mombasa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $67 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $156 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mombasa, with prices from $14 to $1,605 per night. Bamburi is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mombasa are about 5% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Mombasa by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mombasa

Most booked hotels in Mombasa

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Severin Sea Lodge
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1702 reviews)
$136+
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Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 701 reviews)
$227+
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Prideinn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 957 reviews)
$133+
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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 959 reviews)
$160+
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Voyager Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 702 reviews)
$162+
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Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1213 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Mombasa

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $71 per day, on average, or $285 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Mombasa Moi Intl.

Expect to pay $5.60 per gallon in Mombasa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $67.23 and $89.64.

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $71 per day, on average, or $285 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Mombasa Moi Intl.

Expect to pay $5.60 per gallon in Mombasa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $67.23 and $89.64.

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