Flying from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA): What you need to know
Mombassa Moi International Airport is located in Mombasa. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your flight from Ottawa to MBA, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58% land on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MBA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Mombassa Moi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and discover more of Mombasa and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport flight.
Getting from Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
Central Mombasa is around 19 kilometres from Mombassa Moi International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
₹ 86,923 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 133,252. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to MBA, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Affordable Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA)
October is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport (MBA), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Mombasa based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Ottawa to MBA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Mombasa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
August sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mombasa
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Mombassa Moi International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mombasa:
Your Mombasa visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Mombasa Marine National Park, Pollman'S Tours & Safaris and Fort Jesus.
Explore more of Kenya
Malindi is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Mombasa. Around 105 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include C'est la Vie Resort and Spa, Blue Water Safari and Golden Beach.
If there's time to check out another side of Kenya, consider Voi, about 137 kilometres northwest of Mombasa. Voi War cemetery, Voi and ACK Christ Church, Kaloleni, Voi are among the biggest draws.
