Moi International (MBA) → Shanzu
Mombasa Airport to Shanzu 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 Shanzu. One fixed price for the whole car, agreed before you fly.
- Distance
- ≈ 25 km
- Drive time
- 35–60 min
- Region
- Mombasa North Coast
- Price
- Fixed, per vehicle
The drive from Moi International to Shanzu
The route crosses Nyali Bridge, follows the Malindi highway through Bamburi and turns towards the beach just before Mtwapa Creek.
On the way you pass Nyali Bridge and Bamburi. 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 Shanzu
Most visitors are in the beach resorts along Shanzu and Serena Beach, reached by short roads off the Malindi highway.
Regular drop-offs include Shanzu Beach, Serena Beach and Shanzu town. Once you have settled in, Shanzu Beach and Jumba la Mtwana are close by.
Shanzu and Bamburi
Shanzu is part of the wider Bamburi area, about 5 km from Bamburi itself (10–25 min by road). From the airport the transfer takes 35–60 min, compared with 35–55 min to Bamburi.
What is near Shanzu
Shanzu Beach: Resort beach north of Bamburi with calm water at low tide.
Jumba la Mtwana: Swahili ruins just across Mtwapa Creek, a short drive north.
Good to know before you land
Resort gates in Shanzu check names at the barrier. Give us the name the booking is under.
Ways to arrive in Shanzu
| Arriving at | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Moi International (MBA) | ≈ 25 km | 35–60 min |
| SGR terminus, Miritini | ≈ 30 km | 40–60 min |
Approximate road distances and times in normal traffic.
Mombasa Airport to Shanzu Transfer: common questions
How long is the drive from Mombasa airport to Shanzu?
Usually 35–60 min for about 25 km. Weekday rush hours around Mombasa (roughly 07:00–09:00 and 16:30–19:00) can add 20–30 minutes.
Is Shanzu part of Bamburi?
It is the next area north, between Bamburi and Mtwapa Creek. Transfers take a few minutes longer than to Bamburi.
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.