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
$56
2 travelers
Flight to Mombasa
3 nights at hotel
Mombasa in July
Estimated package price
$56
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 New York and takes around 26h 10m.

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 Autounion Car Rental and DISCOUNT.QUEBEC , 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 New York and takes around 26h 10m.

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 Autounion Car Rental and DISCOUNT.QUEBEC , among others, in Malindi.

Airports near Mombasa

MYDMalindi
UKAUkunda
MBAMombasa Moi Intl

Airlines serving Mombasa

Lufthansa
Good (8,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,071 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,471 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,565 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,620 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,314 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,924 reviews)
Condor
Good (585 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (561 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mombasa

From 5-star hotels such as the Swahili Beach to great affordable options like the Kenya Bay Beach Hotel, Mombasa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $65 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $221 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mombasa, with prices from $12 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 12% 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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Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 721 reviews)
$346+
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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1013 reviews)
$226+
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Prideinn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1027 reviews)
$178+
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Voyager Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 740 reviews)
$184+
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Southern Palms Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 242 reviews)
$257+
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Diani Sea Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8, 521 reviews)
$175+
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Renting a car in Mombasa

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $71 per day, on average, or $283 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $6.06 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 $72.68 and $96.91. The most frequently booked car type in Mombasa is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Alto or similar) are, on average, 8% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $71 per day, on average, or $283 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $6.06 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 $72.68 and $96.91. The most frequently booked car type in Mombasa is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Alto or similar) are, on average, 8% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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