Travelling from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is one hour behind Mombasa and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
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 plenty of time to catch your MBA to CPT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MBA and CPT include:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
$671 is currently the best price for a one-way Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,034. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MBA to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MBA to CPT.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Mombasa Airport (MBA)
58% of flights that take off from Mombasa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Mombasa Airport from central Mombasa, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MBA:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CPT if you're taking a late Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Cape Town Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Mombasa Airport to Cape Town Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MBA to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
Worcester is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without visiting Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.