Airport transfer · MBA to South Coast
Mombasa Airport to Diani Transfer
A private Mombasa Airport to Diani transfer covers about 40 km from Moi International Airport (MBA) and takes 40–60 minutes on the Dongo Kundu bypass, with no Likoni ferry. One-way prices for 2026 are KES 10,000 for a 7-seater Toyota Noah, KES 13,000 for a 10-seater Toyota Hiace, KES 15,000 for a 14- or 16-seater Toyota Hiace, KES 22,000 for a 22-seater Toyota Coaster and KES 30,000 for a 33-seater bus, plus 16% VAT.
Prices checked 11 November 2026 · Gravity Vans for Hire
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Mombasa Airport to Diani Transfer prices 2026
Transfers are priced per vehicle, one way, not per seat, so a full 14-seater works out at about KES 1,071 per person before VAT. The same prices apply from the Mombasa SGR terminus, and a return transfer for your departure day costs the same.
| Vehicle | Model | Seats | Price (one way) | With 16% VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-seater minivan | Toyota Noah | 7 | KES 10,000 | KES 11,600 |
| 10-seater van | Toyota Hiace | 10 | KES 13,000 | KES 15,080 |
| 14-seater van | Toyota Hiace | 14 | KES 15,000 | KES 17,400 |
| 16-seater van | Toyota Hiace | 16 | KES 15,000 | KES 17,400 |
| 22-seater bus | Toyota Coaster or Mitsubishi Rosa | 22 | KES 22,000 | KES 25,520 |
| 33-seater bus | Mercedes-Benz or Isuzu | 33 | KES 30,000 | KES 34,800 |
What's included
- Private vehicle for your group only, with an experienced driver
- Pickup at your exact point: SGR terminus, airport arrivals, home, office or hotel
- Room for luggage, beach gear and children's buggies
- Fuel and driver costs included in the quoted vehicle price
- Agreed stops for food, fuel and photos along the way
- Pro forma invoice with VAT shown separately, for companies and pension schemes
The route from Mombasa Airport to Diani
Moi International Airport sits at Port Reitz on the mainland, west of Mombasa island. Your driver meets you outside arrivals and takes the airport road to Miritini, where the Dongo Kundu bypass starts. The bypass crosses Mwache and Mteza creeks and joins the South Coast road in Kwale, so you never enter the island or queue for the Likoni ferry.
From the bypass it is a straight run to Ukunda and the Diani Beach Road junction. Most hotels and villas between Tiwi in the north and Galu in the south are 40 to 60 minutes from the airport.
Pickup tips
- Send your flight number and the number of bags so we send the right vehicle.
- Groups of 15 or more with surfboards, golf bags or diving kit fit best in the 22-seater bus.
- For your return, plan to leave Diani about two hours before an international flight's check-in closes.
Arriving by train instead? See our Mombasa SGR terminus to Diani transfer: the terminus is only a few minutes from the airport.
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Pick the trip and group size. We suggest the right vehicle and open WhatsApp with your details filled in.
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Tap a vehicle to choose it. Estimate only; your pro forma invoice confirms the price. Prices exclude 16% VAT.
How to book
- Send your details on WhatsApp or by phone: date, pickup point, drop-off, number of passengers and luggage.
- Get a pro forma invoice with the vehicle, price and 16% VAT shown separately.
- Pay a 40% deposit by M-Pesa or bank transfer to confirm. The balance is due before the trip.
- Receive your driver's name and number before travel day, so you can reach them directly.
Mombasa Airport to Diani Transfer: questions people ask
How far is Diani from Mombasa Airport?
About 40 km. The drive takes 40 to 60 minutes using the Dongo Kundu bypass.
How much is a transfer from Mombasa Airport to Diani?
One way: KES 10,000 for a 7-seater Toyota Noah, KES 13,000 for a 10-seater Toyota Hiace, KES 15,000 for a 14- or 16-seater Toyota Hiace, KES 22,000 for a 22-seater Toyota Coaster and KES 30,000 for a 33-seater bus, plus 16% VAT.
Do airport transfers to Diani still use the Likoni ferry?
No. Since the Dongo Kundu bypass opened in 2024, transfers from the airport go directly to the South Coast without the ferry.
Can you pick us up from a late-night flight?
Yes. Share your flight number and arrival time when booking and the driver plans the pickup around it.
Do you also do Diani to Mombasa Airport?
Yes, at the same one-way rate. Many groups book both legs together.
Which vehicle do we need for 10 people with luggage?
The 10-seater Toyota Hiace or a 14-seater carries 10 people and their bags comfortably. For 14 to 16 people with large bags, choose the 16-seater or the 22-seater bus.