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Mombasa Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Mombasa Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Very Clean. Toilets were pretty smelly, but well maintained. – Felix

MBA Airport Overview

Mombasa Airport (code: MBA) has two small terminals: Terminal 1 primarily handles international traffic, and Terminal 2 serves domestic routes. Facilities are outdated but clean, with a few basic eateries and shops. WiFi is available inside two airport lounges, one with a shower.

Sleeping in Mombasa Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service for a fee. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Mombasa Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels within a short drive from the terminal.

Browse the complete list of hotels near Mombasa Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

  • Safari Comfort Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs.
  • Safari VIP Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass • Lounge membership programs.

Food & Drinks

Food and drink concessions are available. Hours are unknown. If there are any 24-hour options, click here to update the guide.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

A reader (March 2021) reports that luggage storage is not available.

Mobile Charging

We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

Showers are available in at least one lounge. See Airport Lounges.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Mombasa Airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

  • ATMs / Cash Machines – Available. Fees may apply for international withdrawals.
  • Baggage Trolley – Available free of charge.
  • Business Center – Available.
  • Currency Exchange – Available.
  • Information Desk – Available for arriving and departing passengers. Hours unknown.
  • Medical Services – Emergency care and vaccinations available 24 hours at the Port Health Clinic. Location unspecified.
  • Prayer Room – Available.
Airlines
Mombasa Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Arabia • Air Mauritius • Air Mozambique • Astral Aviation • British Airways • Brussels Airlines • China Southern • Condor • Egypt Air • Emirates • Etihad Airways • Ethiopian Airlines • Jubba Airways • Kenya Airways • Lufthansa • Precision Air • Qatar Airways • Rwanda Air • Saudi Arabian • South African Airways • SWISS • Turkish Airlines.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

Car rental companies offer on-site rentals. At the time of this update, no further details are known.

Hotel Shuttles

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

“Matatus” (shared-ride minibus taxis) and “tuk-tuks” (auto-rickshaws) are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-17

This guide is for planning purposes only. Details, including rates and hours, may change without notice. Information comes from airports and service providers, their websites, and traveller submissions. We do not represent these providers. To share corrections or updates: write a review or update the airport guide.

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