Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mombasa Airport (MBA): what you need to know
Mombasa is 11 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LAX to MBA flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Mombasa Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX's address is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX land on schedule 80% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mombasa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Mombasa Airport (MBA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MBA if you're catching a late Los Angeles International Airport to Mombasa Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Mombasa Airport rental car and discover Mombasa and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Mombasa Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
Mombasa Airport to central Mombasa has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Mombasa Airport (MBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Mombasa Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mombasa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Mombasa is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Mombasa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MBA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Mombasa. Around 434 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
Around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa, Thika is another favourite stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at Fourteen Falls, Shree Hindu Sanatan Dharma Mandir and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
