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Cheap Flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa

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Today’s best flight deals from Zanzibar to Mombasa

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Zanzibar to Mombasa

June 18 - June 26

Cheapest
Earliest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$251

$349

Round trip

June 18 - June 19

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$290

$349

Round trip

June 18 - June 27

Cheapest
Earliest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$250

$349

Round trip

June 24 - June 26

Cheapest
Best

ZNZ - Mombasa

$280

$349

Round trip

June 24 - June 27

Cheapest
Best

ZNZ - Mombasa

$278

$349

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July 1 - July 8

Cheapest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$224

$349

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July 15 - July 29

Cheapest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$203

$349

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July 26 - July 28

Cheapest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$214

$349

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July 26 - July 31

Cheapest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$213

$349

Round trip

July 26 - July 29

Cheapest

ZNZ - Mombasa

$215

$349

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa

The journey from Zanzibar to Mombasa covers a distance of 247 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This close proximity means you can reach your destination relatively quickly, making it a convenient option for regional travel.
For those seeking cheap flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa, fares typically range from $181–$281, with a median of $219. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 21% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available if you monitor the market.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Mombasa, August stands out with a median fare of $180. July and September also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $181. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower fares.
A typical journey from Zanzibar to Mombasa takes 4h 19m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, as only 33.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa. When a connection is necessary, the median number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Zanzibar to Mombasa

Regular price: $204 - $388

Prices for flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $204 and $388. The current lowest deal is $349 with Fly Air, for travel from June 18 to June 26.

now $349

Low $204

High $388

The cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Mombasa

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Mombasa is August, with a median price of $180. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $333. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $180

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $333

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Direct flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa

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Fly Air

Last-minute flights going from Zanzibar to Mombasa

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Fly Air

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Fly Air

$251

$349

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Fly Air

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Fly Air

$290

$349

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Fly Air

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Fly Air

$250

$349

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Turkish Airlines

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Turkish Airlines

$421

$2,424

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Precision AirPrecision Air

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Precision Air, Executive Airlines

$420

$368

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Mombasa

Fly Air

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Mombasa (MBA)

Fly Air

$289

$350

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$473  →  $368

22%

2 nights

Jun 27 - Jun 29

$453  →  $362

20%

1 night

Jun 27 - Jun 28

$452  →  $362

20%

1 night

Jun 28 - Jun 29

$448  →  $362

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Zanzibar to Mombasa

Zanzibar - Mombasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Zanzibar to Mombasa are near the typical level at $349.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Mombasa, with a median price of $180.

⏱️ Flight duration

Short-haul route, 4h 19m median flight time

This is a short-haul route with a median flight time of 4 hours and 19 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, accounting for 66.9% of deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Fly Air offers direct flights

Fly Air is one of the airlines that offers direct flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa appear frequently, about 0.6 times per day.

Zanzibar main airports to depart from

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Fly from ZNZ to MBA. This airport offers the cheapest flights to Mombasa.

📍 ~6 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is ideal for direct access to Mombasa, offering convenient arrival options.

📍 ~10 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Ukunda (UKA)

Ukunda Airport is a useful alternative for travelers heading to Mombasa's south coast, offering frequent domestic connections.

📍 ~30 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$541

Vipingo (VPG)

Vipingo Airport is ideal for travelers visiting Mombasa's north coast, providing convenient scheduled domestic flights.

📍 ~25 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$694

Malindi (MYD)

Cheapest

Malindi Airport is a good alternative with established regional services and reliable road access to the coast.

📍 ~120 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$481

Manda (LAU)

Manda Airport can serve as an alternative for destinations in the northern coastal region of Kenya.

📍 ~200 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$482

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

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Best Elite deals to Mombasa

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From ZNZ

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Dec 02

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$2,066

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Dec 02

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$2,066

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Sep 03

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,751

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Jul 05

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,900

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Jul 08

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,900

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Jul 08

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,905

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Jul 08

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,905

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Jul 03

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,906

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Jul 10

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$1,906

From ZNZ

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Sep 10

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$2,057

From ZNZ

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Jul 20

Mombasa, Kenya

32% AI deal score

$2,057

From ZNZ

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Jul 23

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,784

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Jul 23

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,784

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Jul 23

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,790

From ZNZ

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Jul 17

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,796

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Jun 21

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,898

From ZNZ

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Aug 23

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,900

From ZNZ

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Jul 17

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,931

From ZNZ

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Jul 17

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$1,936

From ZNZ

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Oct 20

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$2,287

From ZNZ

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Oct 07

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$2,287

From ZNZ

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Jun 27

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$9,731

From ZNZ

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Jul 11

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$9,738

From ZNZ

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Jul 07

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$9,748

From ZNZ

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Jun 27

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$9,751

From ZNZ

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Jul 11

Mombasa, Kenya

31% AI deal score

$9,758

From ZNZ

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Jun 21

Mombasa, Kenya

30% AI deal score

$1,903

From ZNZ

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Aug 16

Mombasa, Kenya

30% AI deal score

$1,930

From ZNZ

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Jul 09

Mombasa, Kenya

30% AI deal score

$2,273

From ZNZ

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Sep 29

Mombasa, Kenya

30% AI deal score

$2,287

From ZNZ

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Sep 22

Mombasa, Kenya

30% AI deal score

$2,287

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

Historically, booking flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa 60+ days in advance typically offers the lowest average prices, around $231. Prices for flights booked 14-27 days out are slightly higher, averaging $284. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in an average price of $286, while flights booked 7-13 days in advance average around $293. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zanzibar to Mombasa is considered to be $181 or less. The median price for this route was $219. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares being $281 or below. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $181 threshold.

Historically, August, July, and September have been the months with the lowest median prices for flights from Zanzibar to Mombasa, all around $180-$181. The annual median price for this route is $219. While July appears in the cheapest months, it also represents the most expensive month based on median prices in the trailing 270 days. Travelers seeking lower fares might consider these months.

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