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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 21,908. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Mombasa.R 7,649 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,649, select.
Mombasa.R 7,784 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,784, select.
Mombasa.R 11,413 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,413, select.
Mombasa.R 13,392 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,392, select.
Mombasa.R 14,953 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,953, select.
Mombasa.R 89,761 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Mombasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 89,761, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa flights are currently cheapest in September.
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New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa: Alternative routes

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New York to Mombasa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,649
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa is R 15,080. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,080.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mombasa is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Mombasa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mombasa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mombasa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Mombasa.

Flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Mombasa Airport (MBA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Mombasa is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of New York.

  • Your JFK to MBA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between JFK and MBA include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Mombasa Airport (MBA)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport flight is R 7,649. A return fare is currently R 15,080. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from JFK to MBA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JFK to MBA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport.

Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

  • JFK's address is JFK Airport.

  • 73% of flights that leave from New York John F. Kennedy Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to New York John F. Kennedy Airport from central New York, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near JFK. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Mombasa Airport (MBA)

  • Consider booking a hotel near MBA if you have a late New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Mombasa Airport rental car and explore Mombasa and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Mombasa Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa

  • Mombasa Airport to the centre of Mombasa has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Mombasa Airport (MBA)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Mombasa in March.

  • When reserving your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mombasa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Mombasa, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to MBA around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Kenya waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa, a trip to Nairobi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.

  • Thika is another standout destination in Kenya and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa. No trip is complete without experiencing Fourteen Falls, Shree Hindu Sanatan Dharma Mandir and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.

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