Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport is 8 hours 35 minutes.
Mombasa is two hours ahead of Frankfurt and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from FRA to MBA start at 17:30 — the first with EW Discover. The last departure is at 21:55 with EW Discover. In total, you can choose from five weekly Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your FRA to MBA flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Mombasa (and then discovering more of Kenya!) is easy with EW Discover. This popular airline has direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport.
EW Discover is the top choice for travelers on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for FRA to MBA flights is Condor.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and MBA include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport flight is $373. A return fare is currently $529. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FRA to MBA.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FRA to MBA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near FRA? If you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)
Book a hotel close to MBA if you're catching a late Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Moi International Airport rental car and discover Mombasa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Moi International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
From Moi International Airport, Mombasa is approximately 10 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Mombasa. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Moi International Airport, think about the type 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). Search for cheap tickets from FRA to MBA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mombasa. Around 434 kilometers away to the north-west, its top attractions include Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Around 434 kilometers north-west of Mombasa, Thika is another favorite stop in Kenya. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove.