Kenya

Moi International Airport (MBA)

Location

The airport is situated six miles (10km) northwest of Mombasa.

Getting to the city

Authorised taxis are available for transfers to the city centre, but most travellers arrange to be picked up by their hotel or tour operator.

Time

Local time is GMT +3

Car rental

Avis is represented at the airport. Other car hire companies based in the city will often arrange an airport pick up if organised ahead of the arrival date.

Airport Taxis

Kentaco Taxis is an authorised cab company that operates between the airport and Mombasa city centre and its surroundings. The journey to the city normally takes around 20 minutes.

Facilities

Facilities at the airport are limited by international standards but include banks, a bureau de change, a restaurant, and lounges.

Parking

There are car parks at the airport.

The two terminals are within walking distance of one another.

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Location

The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) southeast of Nairobi.

Getting to the city

The bus services leave fairly regularly for the city centre; most travellers however take a taxi or arrange to be picked up by their hotel or tour operator.

Time

GMT +3.

Car rental

Most worldwide rental companies are represented at the airport.

Airport Taxis

Taxis take passengers to the central city hotels and its best to negotiate a fixed fare upfront.

Facilities

The facilities at the airport are fairly limited, but include a bank and bureau de change, left luggage, telephones, medical aid, a bar and restaurant, duty-free shops selling curios, tourist information, and hotel reservations. There are disabled facilities, but passengers should advise their airline in advance of any special needs.

Parking

Parking at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is charged at KSH 60 per hour for short-term parking.

Website www.kaa.go.ke/airports/our-airports/jomo-kenyatta-international/

There is a shuttle service available.

Kisumu International Airport (KIS)

Location

The airport is located to the northwest of Kisumu, about two miles (3.5km) from the city.

Getting to the city

Shuttle transfers and taxis are available from the airport to the centre of town; it is advisable to book these in advance or through a hotel.

Time

Local time is GMT +3

Car rental

It is possible to rent a car at the airport.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are available at the airport.

Facilities

Airport services include bars and restaurants, a courier service, and a first aid service.

Parking

Parking is available at the airport.