Cheap Flights from Mombasa to Istanbul Starting at $274

More than 5 airlines operate flights from Mombasa to Istanbul, including Air Jamaica, Kenya Airways, KLM, Skyward Express, and Flydubai. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $274, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Moi International Airport (MBA), serving Mombasa and the Kenyan coast, is typically positioned as an international gateway with a mix of full-service and regional carriers—think Kenya Airways, FlyDubai and various regional budget airlines. Fares to MBA can be perceived as moderate, with seasonal fluctuations tied to tourism. The airport lies about 10–20 km north of Mombasa’s city centre; road transfer by taxi or shuttle usually takes 20–45 minutes depending on traffic, with fares commonly in the low-to-mid range for local taxis and higher for private transfers. Pros include direct international connections and compact terminals that can be convenient for quick arrivals; cons can be congestion at peak times and limited late-night public transport options.

Istanbul is served by two main airports with very different roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side is the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and full-service carrier traffic; it usually offers a wide range of lounges, transfer facilities and connection options. It sits about 35–45 km from the historic center, with transfer times typically 35–60 minutes by taxi or 40–60 minutes via Havaist and IETT express buses (fares commonly fall in a modest range for public buses; taxis can be significantly more). Pros: modern amenities and extensive route network; cons: longer transfer distances and occasional heavy traffic during peak times. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side typically functions as a lower-cost and secondary international airport, favored by many low-cost and some regional carriers. It’s roughly 40–50 km from central Sultanahmet or Taksim, usually 45–75 minutes by road depending on traffic, while Havatas/Havaist shuttle buses and municipal buses offer lower-cost public transfers; taxis may cost more but are often quicker. Pros: often cheaper fares and quicker check-in for some carriers; cons: fewer long-haul connections and longer cross-city transfers if you need to reach the European side.

The cost of a one-way flight from Mombasa to Istanbul ranges from $394 (April 2026) to $399 (February 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $396–$398.