Are direct flights from London to Mombasa always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be cheaper, so it's worth comparing both options based on your priorities for cost and travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Mombasa flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends or holidays, often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by just a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Mombasa flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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London to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mombasa

A typical journey from London to Mombasa takes about 22h 38m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7242 km.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from London to Mombasa, fares are near the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1168–$1479, with a median of $1309. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Mombasa? You'll find the cheapest fares in November, with a median price of $1088. February also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $1245. Another good month for lower prices is September, where the median fare is $1317.

Most itineraries from London to Mombasa connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from London to Mombasa. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from London to Mombasa

Regular price: £607 - £1,215

Prices for flights from London to Mombasa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 607 GBP and 1215 GBP. The current lowest deal is 583 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 23.

now £583

Low £607

High £1,215

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mombasa

The cheapest month to fly from London to Mombasa is November, with a median price of $1088. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1353. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from £1,088

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,353

Feb

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from London to Mombasa

Etihad Airways

Ryanair

Ethiopian Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Mombasa

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ethiopian Airlines

£859

£766

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Mombasa

London (STN) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ryanair

£798

£674

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Mombasa

London (LGW) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ethiopian Airlines

£743

£692

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Mombasa

London (STN) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ryanair

£777

£665

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Lufthansa

£781

£690

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Etihad Airways

£784

£700

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 6

£1,021 → £669

34%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

£992 → £645

35%

19 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 21

£982 → £637

35%

20 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 21

£980 → £637

35%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Mombasa

London - Mombasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares near the typical level

Recent fares for London to Mombasa are near the typical level of $1309.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly to Mombasa, with a median price of $1088.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, 22h 38m

Flights from London to Mombasa are long-haul, typically lasting 22h 38m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers deals

Etihad Airways has 21 deals for flights on this route, making it a frequent provider.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from London to Mombasa are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£538

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is a major hub providing various flight options for your trip to Mombasa.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£572

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport is a large international airport with many connections to Mombasa.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£657

London City (LCY)

London City Airport provides a convenient, closer-to-city option for flights to Mombasa.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£670

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Mombasa.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£618

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport offers another choice for your journey from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£575

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~8 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£511

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Ukunda (UKA)

Ukunda Airport is useful for domestic connections within Kenya and avoids the Likoni ferry traffic.

📍 ~30 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£794

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

$2,609

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Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Nov 05

Mombasa, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$4,051

$2,640

Save $1,411

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Apr 19

Mombasa, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$4,127

$2,646

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Kenya Airways

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From LGW

Elite

Nov 05

Mombasa, Kenya

91% AI deal score

$4,101

$2,650

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Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Jan 10

Mombasa, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$3,571

$2,676

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Ethiopian Airlines

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you decide the optimal booking period. Mid-week bookings might also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

London to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mombasa

How much is a round trip from London to Mombasa

Regular price: £607 - £1,215

Prices for flights from London to Mombasa are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 607 GBP and 1215 GBP. The current lowest deal is 583 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Nov 13-Nov 23.

now £583

Low £607

High £1,215

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mombasa

November

Cheapest

Flights from £1,088

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,353

Feb

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from London to Mombasa

Etihad Airways

Ryanair

Ethiopian Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Mombasa

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ethiopian Airlines

£859

£766

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Mombasa

London (STN) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ryanair

£798

£674

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Mombasa

London (LGW) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ethiopian Airlines

£743

£692

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Mombasa

London (STN) - Mombasa (MBA)

Ryanair

£777

£665

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Lufthansa

£781

£690

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Mombasa

London (LHR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Etihad Airways

£784

£700

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 6

£1,021 → £669

34%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

£992 → £645

35%

19 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 21

£982 → £637

35%

20 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 21

£980 → £637

35%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Mombasa

London - Mombasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Fares near the typical level

Recent fares for London to Mombasa are near the typical level of $1309.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly to Mombasa, with a median price of $1088.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights, 22h 38m

Flights from London to Mombasa are long-haul, typically lasting 22h 38m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers deals

Etihad Airways has 21 deals for flights on this route, making it a frequent provider.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from London to Mombasa are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£538

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is a major hub providing various flight options for your trip to Mombasa.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£572

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport is a large international airport with many connections to Mombasa.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£657

London City (LCY)

London City Airport provides a convenient, closer-to-city option for flights to Mombasa.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£670

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is an alternative departure point for flights to Mombasa.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£618

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport offers another choice for your journey from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£575

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from London to Mombasa.

📍 ~8 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£511

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Ukunda (UKA)

Ukunda Airport is useful for domestic connections within Kenya and avoids the Likoni ferry traffic.

Mombasa, Kenya

90% AI deal score

$3,571

$2,676

Save $895

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

Cheap Flights from London to Mombasa

Today’s best flight deals from London to Mombasa

London to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mombasa

How much is a round trip from London to Mombasa

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mombasa

Direct flights from London to Mombasa

Last-minute flights going from London to Mombasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Mombasa

London - Mombasa route insights

Fares near the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Long-haul flights, 22h 38m

Connecting flights dominant

Etihad Airways offers deals

Deals are rare

London main airports to depart from

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

Best Elite deals to Mombasa

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Dec 28

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Dec 07

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Apr 13

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

How can I find cheap flights from London to Mombasa?

When should I book flights from London to Mombasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Mombasa?

Are direct flights from London to Mombasa always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Mombasa flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Mombasa flights?

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Flights to Mombasa from other cities

London to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mombasa

How much is a round trip from London to Mombasa

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mombasa

Direct flights from London to Mombasa

Last-minute flights going from London to Mombasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Mombasa

London - Mombasa route insights

Fares near the typical level

November is historically cheapest

Long-haul flights, 22h 38m

Connecting flights dominant

Etihad Airways offers deals

Deals are rare

London main airports to depart from

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

Best Elite deals to Mombasa

Nov 09

Dec 28

Mar 23

Dec 07

Feb 25

Mar 23

Apr 13

Nov 21

Nov 05

Apr 19

Nov 05

Jan 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

How can I find cheap flights from London to Mombasa?

When should I book flights from London to Mombasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Mombasa?