Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know
Riyadh and Mombasa are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to MBA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RUH and MBA include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport flight is R 3,965. A return ticket right now is R 9,127. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from RUH to MBA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RUH to MBA.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RUH land on schedule 86.76% of the time.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:
Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)
If you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MBA:
Grab a Moi International Airport rental car and discover Mombasa and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Moi International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
Moi International Airport to the centre of Mombasa has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport is February, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Mombasa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Mombasa is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Moi International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to MBA in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa, a trip to Nairobi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Thika is another essential stop in Kenya and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Mombasa. No journey is complete without experiencing Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove.