CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,973 km
2,469 miles
MBA
Mombasa
Kenya
Distance
3,973 km
2,469 mi / 2,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MBA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mombasa Moi International Airport
IATA Code CPT MBA
ICAO Code FACT HKMO
City Cape Town Mombasa
Country South Africa Kenya
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 151 ft 200 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -4.030000, 39.590000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mombasa (MBA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa, Kenya is 3,973 kilometers (2,469 miles / 2,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:28 in Cape Town, it's 05:28 in Mombasa.

The return flight from Mombasa (MBA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 211° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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