Moi International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
MBA
ICAO Code
HKMO
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Moi International Airport serves Mombasa and the Kenyan coast. Passenger operations are handled from a main passenger terminal which serves domestic, regional and international flights.

Moi International Airport
Elevation: 60 m
-4.0348, 39.5942

Terminal Guide for Moi International Airport #

The airport’s passenger facilities are concentrated in a single terminal building with separate check‑in areas for different services. The terminal houses immigration and customs for international arrivals and basic passenger amenities.

Getting to and From Moi International Airport #

The airport is connected to Mombasa and surrounding coastal resorts by road; typical transfer times to central Mombasa are 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and destination.

  • Taxis: Readily available outside arrivals; confirm fare or use the official taxi desk.
  • Shuttle & hotel transfers: Many hotels and resorts provide pre‑booked transfers.
  • Buses and matatus: Local public transport serves routes into town but can be crowded.
  • Car hire: Rental desks are available for independent travel.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Moi International Airport #

Facilities reflect the airport’s role as a regional gateway with a focus on leisure travellers.

  • Lounges: Airline and pay‑in lounges may be available for international departures.
  • Food & drink: Cafés, snack bars and small restaurants landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are typically available in terminal areas.
  • Luggage & services: Baggage services, currency exchange and car rental desks are present.
  • Accessibility: Basic assistance is available; request help in advance if required.

Hotels and Layovers at Moi International Airport #

There are many hotels and beach resorts in Mombasa and Nyali, most a 20-60 minute drive from the airport depending on traffic. Several larger hotels offer airport transfers; for short layovers look for day‑rooms in Mombasa.

Tips for Moi International Airport #

  • Use metered or officially dispatched taxis and agree a fare if the meter is not used - fares to Mombasa town can vary widely.
  • If travelling to the coast or resorts, confirm whether your driver will use the Nyali or Likoni routes; allow extra time for traffic and ferry connections.
  • Carry local currency for small vendors; card acceptance can be limited outside larger hotels and businesses.

Weather & Climate near Moi International Airport #

Climate

Moi International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1078 mm/year), wettest in May with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuarySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 29°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (255 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

255 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

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