Travelling from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Istanbul and Mombasa (where Moi International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
Your flight from Istanbul to MBA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to MBA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Dubai Airport (DXB). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA) departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to MBA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Moi International Airport (MBA)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MBA:
Travel at your own speed with a Moi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car and chase adventure across Mombasa and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Moi International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA)
Currently, R 5,538 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Moi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,768. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to MBA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Affordable Istanbul to Moi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport (MBA). July is the busiest month to travel to Mombasa. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Book an Istanbul to MBA plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mombasa to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Moi International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Mombasa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mombasa right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Moi International Airport:
Your Mombasa trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Mombasa Marine National Park, Pollman's Tours & Safaris and Fort Jesus.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Mombasa, now it's time to explore other parts of Kenya. Journey around 105 kilometres north-east to Malindi to check off its popular sights. From Blue Water Safari to C'est la Vie Resort and Spa and Golden Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Voi is another essential stop in Kenya and is around 137 kilometres north-west of Mombasa. No journey is complete without dropping by Voi War cemetery, Voi and ACK Christ Church, Kaloleni, Voi.
