Ukunda Airport

Ukunda Airport (IATA: UKA), serving Diani Beach and the southern Kenyan coast, opened in the 1970s and operates from a single small terminal that handles domestic and charter flights. This compact regional airport is an important gateway for tourists heading to Diani, Tiwi and nearby safari lodges, and is roughly a 30–40 minute drive south of Mombasa (road and ferry connections) with regular shuttle transfers, taxis and matatus linking to coastal towns. Known for its easy, low‑hassle layout, Ukunda is generally affordable for travelers with competitively priced regional flights and many charter options, and it is frequently served by regional carriers such as Safarilink and Fly540 alongside private operators.