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Moi International Airport (Mombasa) to Mombasa — Transport Guide 2026

Mombasa (MBA) is 15 km from Old Town + 30 min from Diani Beach (via Likoni Ferry). Uber + fixed-rate airport taxi + hotel shuttle standard.

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Last updated: 2026-07

By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Uber/Bolt (~$6-11)
Fastest
Uber/taxi (20 min to city)

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Uber / Bolt

ride share · Best for: Best value + English
Cost
KES 800-1,500 ($6-11)
Time
20-30 min to city / 30-50 min to Diani
Frequency
On-demand
Both operate at MBA. To Diani requires the free Likoni Ferry (car-friendly).

Airport taxi (fixed rate)

taxi · Best for: Direct + fixed
Cost
KES 1,500-2,500 ($11-19)
Time
20-30 min to city
Frequency
On-demand
Buy voucher at kiosk in arrivals.

Hotel shuttle (pre-arranged)

shuttle · Best for: Beach resort guests
Cost
KES 1,500-4,000 ($11-30)
Time
30-90 min depending on hotel
Frequency
Pre-arranged
Diani + Nyali beach resorts arrange this. Best for airport arrivals at night.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Mombasa (MBA)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Moi International Airport (Mombasa) from Mombasa?
Moi International Airport (Mombasa) (MBA) is 15 km from Mombasa city centre.
What is the cheapest way from MBA to Mombasa?
Uber/Bolt (~$6-11)
What is the fastest way from MBA to Mombasa?
Uber/taxi (20 min to city)