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 March
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mombasa in March
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star 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 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 40m.

Plane

When flying to Mombasa, you’ll arrive at Mombasa Moi Intl (MBA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Mombasa from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 40m.

Airports near Mombasa

MYDMalindi
UKAUkunda
MBAMombasa Moi Intl

Airlines serving Mombasa

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,812 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,768 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,239 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,881 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,348 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,538 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,748 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (660 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,102 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,967 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (502 reviews)
Condor
Good (401 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 $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $167 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 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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Severin Sea Lodge
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1608 reviews)
$130+
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Prideinn Paradise Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 922 reviews)
$156+
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Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 917 reviews)
$181+
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Prideinn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa Mombasa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1020 reviews)
$152+
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Southern Palms Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 240 reviews)
$236+
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Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1156 reviews)
$122+
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Renting a car in Mombasa

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $61 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Mombasa.

Expect to pay $5.07 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 $60.87 and $81.16.

Renting a car in Mombasa costs $61 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Mombasa.

Expect to pay $5.07 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 $60.87 and $81.16.

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