Travelling from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Mombasa Airport (MBA): what you need to know
The timezone in Mombasa is UTC+3, which is 11 hours ahead of Seattle.
Your SEA to MBA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Mombasa Airport (MBA)
868 € is the lowest price for a one-way Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport flight. A return flight starts from 932 €. These fares may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from SEA to MBA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEA to MBA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SEA.
Central Seattle to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SEA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Mombasa Airport (MBA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MBA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Mombasa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and see more of Mombasa and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Mombasa Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Mombasa Airport (MBA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Mombasa. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Mombasa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Mombasa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to MBA in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Mombasa, now it's time to discover more of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres north-west to Nairobi to tick off its leading sights. From Masai Mara National Reserve to The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor, your itinerary will be busy.
Thika is another sought-after destination in Kenya and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa. No journey is complete without seeing Fourteen Falls, Shree Hindu Sanatan Dharma Mandir and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.