Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know
The timezone in Mombasa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your JNB to MBA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JNB and MBA:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Zanzibar International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Moi International Airport (MBA)
Right now, ج.م. 14,876 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 26,073. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to MBA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JNB to MBA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MBA if you're on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Moi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and venture far and wide through Mombasa and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Moi International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
From Moi International Airport, Mombasa is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport is February, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Mombasa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Moi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Mombasa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to MBA in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa, a visit to Nairobi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
If you're looking to explore another side of Kenya, consider Thika, roughly 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa. Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove are key reasons to visit.