LHR
London
United Kingdom
7,241 km
4,500 miles
MBA
Mombasa
Kenya
Distance
7,241 km
4,500 mi / 3,910 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
135°
southeast

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LHR MBA
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Mombasa Moi International Airport
IATA Code LHR MBA
ICAO Code EGLL HKMO
City London Mombasa
Country United Kingdom Kenya
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 83 ft 200 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -4.030000, 39.590000

London (LHR) to Mombasa (MBA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa, Kenya is 7,241 kilometers (4,500 miles / 3,910 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:05 in London, it's 08:05 in Mombasa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Mombasa (MBA) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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