Flydubai has announced the launch of Dubai to Mombasa flights from January 17, 2024. flydubai becomes the first national carrier to operate direct flights from Dubai and the UAE to the coastal city in southeast Kenya.
Dubai to Mombasa Flights Timing, Schedule and Air Fares
Flights to Moi International Airport (MBA) will operate four times a week from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB).
Flights will operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) to Moi International Airport (MBA) on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from January 17, 2024. Emirates will codeshare on this route, offering passengers more options for connections through Dubai’s international aviation hub.
Return Business Class fares from DXB to MBA start from AED 4,200 and Economy Class Lite fares start from AED 1,600. Return Business Class fares from MBA to DXB start from USD 1,500 and Economy Class Lite fares start from USD 500.
Flight Number | Departure Airport | Arrival Airport | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
FZ 1289 Wednesday and Sundays | DXB | MBA | 09:20 | 13:55 |
FZ 1290 Wednesday and Sundays | MBA | DXB | 14:55 | 21:25 |
FZ 1289 Mondays and Fridays | DXB | MBA | 16:00 | 20:25 |
FZ 1290 Mondays and Fridays | MBA | DXB | 21:25 | 03:55 |
With the launch of Dubai to Mombasa flights, flydubai grows its network in Africa to 11 destinations in 10 countries, this includes:
- Dubai to Addis Ababa flights
- Dubai to Alexandria flights
- Dubai to Asmara flights
- Dubai to Dar es Salaam fights
- Dubai to Djibouti flights
- Dubai to Entebbe flights
- Dubai to Hargeisa flights
- Dubai to Juba flights
- Dubai to Mogadishu flights
- Dubai to Zanzibar flights
Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “we remain committed to opening up underserved markets and supporting Dubai’s aviation hub. Dubai has seen steady growth in investment from Africa since Expo 2020, with more than 26,000 African companies registered with Dubai Chamber. Our direct flights to Mombasa from January and our growing operations in Africa will further support free flows of trade and tourism between the UAE and the East African markets.”
“We see a lot of potential in the African markets and we look forward to growing our presence in the continent as we continue to grow our network and fleet in the coming years,” added Al Ghaith.
About Mombasa, Kenya
Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya and is known for its ancient architecture and beautiful sandy beaches. The city plays a vital role in import and export trade, and is a gateway into East Africa, not only serving Kenya but its neighbouring countries as well. Dubai to Mombasa flights will increase the connectivity between the UAE and Kenya.
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Commenting on the start of Dubai to Mombasa flights, Sudhir Sreedharan, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (UAE, GCC, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent) at flydubai, said: “Africa is very important for flydubai and we are always exploring opportunities to better serve the market with reliable options to travel conveniently to Dubai and further afield onto the combined flydubai and Emirates network. Mombasa will be another great destination on our network for passengers from the UAE, GCC and Europe seeking pristine beaches, wildlife parks and cultural experiences. We look forward to the start of our four-times weekly service to Mombasa and to increasing the frequency to the market in the future.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
