Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Moi International Airport (MBA): what you need to know
The timezone in Mombasa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Sofia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to MBA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Moi International Airport (MBA)
£278 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £580. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from SOF to MBA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOF to MBA.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, 66.73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to SOF:
Arriving at Moi International Airport (MBA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MBA instead:
Grab a Moi International Airport rental car and discover Mombasa and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Moi International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Moi International Airport (MBA) to central Mombasa
From Moi International Airport, Mombasa is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Moi International Airport (MBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport is February, while January is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Mombasa based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Moi International Airport for March if you want to explore Mombasa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SOF to MBA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mombasa. Around 270 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
If there's time to check out another side of Kenya, head for Thika, about 270 miles north-west of Mombasa. Alisa plaza, Flame Tree Bike Park and Albizzia Grove are key highlights.