Moi International (MBA) → Mambrui
Mombasa Airport to Mambrui Transfer
Your driver waits in the arrivals hall at Moi International with your name on a board and drives you straight to your hotel, villa or home in Mambrui. One fixed price for the whole car, agreed before you fly.
- Distance
- ≈ 140 km
- Drive time
- 2h15–3h
- Region
- North Coast · Malindi
- Price
- Fixed, per vehicle
The drive from Moi International to Mambrui
The transfer runs the full North Coast road to Malindi, continues north across the Sabaki River bridge and turns towards the coast at Mambrui.
On the way you pass Kilifi Bridge, Malindi and Sabaki River. Weekday rush hours around Mombasa (roughly 07:00–09:00 and 16:30–19:00) can add 20–30 minutes.
Where we drop off in Mambrui
A few beach resorts and private villas sit along the coast around Mambrui, well away from the Malindi crowds.
Regular drop-offs include Mambrui village, Mambrui beach and Sabaki River mouth. Once you have settled in, Mambrui sand dunes and Sabaki River mouth are close by.
Mambrui and Malindi
Mambrui is part of the wider Malindi area, about 40 km from Malindi itself (40–60 min by road). From the airport the transfer takes 2h15–3h, compared with 2h–3h to Malindi.
What is near Mambrui
Mambrui sand dunes: Large dunes behind the beach, best at sunset.
Sabaki River mouth: Important Bird Area where waders and the Madagascar pratincole gather.
Mambrui pillar tomb: Old Qubba mosque with a pillar tomb set with Chinese porcelain.
Good to know before you land
Mambrui is the longest North Coast run we do from Mombasa. A domestic flight to Malindi cuts it to a short drive.
Ways to arrive in Mambrui
| Arriving at | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International (MBA) | ≈ 140 km | 2h15–3h |
| SGR terminus, Miritini | ≈ 145 km | 2h15–3h |
| Malindi Airport (MYD) | — | a short drive south |
Approximate road distances and times in normal traffic.
Mombasa Airport to Mambrui Transfer: common questions
How long is the drive from Mombasa airport to Mambrui?
Usually 2h15–3h for about 140 km. Weekday rush hours around Mombasa (roughly 07:00–09:00 and 16:30–19:00) can add 20–30 minutes.
Is it quicker to fly to Malindi for Mambrui?
Yes. From Malindi Airport, Mambrui is a short drive north across the Sabaki River, compared with a long road trip from Mombasa.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We track your flight and adjust the pickup. Your driver waits for delayed arrivals at no extra cost.
How do I pay?
By M-Pesa, card, or cash in KES, USD, EUR or GBP. The price is fixed when you book on WhatsApp and does not change on the day.