Travelling from Malindi Airport (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU): what you need to know
Around 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport.
Choose from 14 weekly Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport flights. The 11:10 departure with Fly540 is the earliest available. Safarilink operates the last service of the day at 15:55.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MYD to LAU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport available through various airlines, flying to Lamu (and then other parts of Kenya) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Safarilink.
How to find the cheapest flights from Malindi Airport (MYD) to Lamu Airport (LAU)
Right now, £27 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £55. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MYD to LAU, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Malindi Airport (MYD)
Malindi Airport is around 2 miles from central Malindi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MYD? If you're catching an early flight from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lamu Airport (LAU)
Reserve a hotel near LAU if you're taking a late Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Lamu Airport (LAU) to central Lamu
Lamu Airport is approximately 0.1 miles from central Lamu. The drive time takes around 0 hours.
When to fly to Lamu Airport (LAU)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Lamu. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Lamu is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Malindi Airport to Lamu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MYD to LAU in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Kenya
Lamu has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya you should also see. Around 290 miles west of Lamu, a visit to Nairobi will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Kenya, consider Mombasa, roughly 150 miles south-west of Lamu. Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa are highlights.