Moi Intl (HKMO/MBA) — Mombasa, Kenya
Moi Intl (HKMO/MBA) serves Mombasa, Kenya. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (03/21, 15/33). Field elevation is 200 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: HKMO
- Name: Moi Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -4.03483
- Longitude: 39.5942
- Elevation: 200 ft
- Country: Kenya
- Municipality: Mombasa
- IATA Code: MBA
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: HKNA
- Timezone: Africa/Nairobi
- Distance from City: 10.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 03/21
- Designation: 03/21
- Dimensions: 10991 X 151
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, REIL both ends, intensity control
- NAVAIDs: ILS/DME (110.10 IMI Cat-I RWY 21), NDB (MO 267), VOR-DME (MOV 112.30)
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME, NDB
- Remarks: Primary runway. ILS Cat-I on RWY 21 only. RNAV approaches available for both RWY 03 and 21.
Runway 15/33
- Designation: 15/33
- Dimensions: 4473 X 118
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: N/A
- NAVAIDs: NDB (MO 267), VOR-DME (MOV 112.30)
- Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: Secondary runway. No lighting — day ops only. RNAV (GNSS) approaches for both RWY 15 and 33.
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.600 MHz
- Ground: 121.600 MHz
- Operations: 120.300 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 121.700 MHz
- ATIS: 126.300 MHz
Operation Hours
Moi Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: H24. Tower 24 hours. Admin Mon-Fri 05:00-14:00 UTC (08:00-17:00 local).
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +254 413433416
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +254 206822111
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.kaa.go.ke/moi-international-airport/
- Remarks: Operated by Kenya Airports Authority (KAA). Fire category 9. Ground handlers: Mixjet Flight Support, G.A.S. Kenya, JetPlus Aviation Services.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: KCAA AATIS system at http://aatis.kcaa.or.ke; general: [email protected]; permit processing fee USD 50
- Remarks: Landing permit required for foreign-registered aircraft. No slot coordination or PPR needed.
Customs
- Open: 02:00
- Close: 14:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport of entry. Customs available during scheduled international flights. Admin hours 05:00-14:00 UTC (08:00-17:00 local).
Fees
- Landing Fee: Tiered by MTOW (all Kenya govt aerodromes): ≤1,500kg USD 10 day/12 night; 1,501-2,500kg USD 20/24; 2,501-5,000kg USD 30/36; 5,001-10,000kg USD 40/48; 10,001-20,000kg USD 70/84; 20,001-40,000kg USD 175/210; 40,001-80,000kg USD 350/420; 80,001-120,000kg USD 585/702; 120,001-180,000kg USD 875/1050; 180,001-240,000kg USD 1200/1440; 240,001-300,000kg USD 1500/1800; >300,000kg USD 1750/2100. Night=1531Z-0259Z. Helicopters pay half.
- Parking Fee: Based on MTOW bracket in USD per day. Up to 10000kg=6 USD, 40001-80000kg=15 USD, 80001-120000kg=25 USD, 300001+kg=130 USD.
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: KAA Class 2 aerodrome. Night ops 1531-0259Z incur 20% surcharge on landing. Pax service charge: 50 USD intl, 600 KES domestic. Out-of-hours surcharge: 1/5 of landing fee. Fuel standby cover: 58 USD.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: Supplied by Shell, Total, or Vivo Energy. Available during operating hours.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: AVGAS available per AcuKwik.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport. E-visa or visa on arrival available. Yellow fever certificate required from endemic countries.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: N/A
- Remarks: No curfew. Night operations permitted with 20% surcharge.
Alternates
HKML
- ICAO: HKML
- Name: Malindi Airport
- Distance (NM): 57.1
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. E-visa or visa on arrival. Popular tourist destination. Italian expat community.
HKLU
- ICAO: HKLU
- Name: Manda Airport
- Distance (NM): 132.9
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. E-visa or visa on arrival. Lamu Old Town UNESCO site. Remote coastal island.
HKAM
- ICAO: HKAM
- Name: Amboseli Airport
- Distance (NM): 163.0
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
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Kenya Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 72 business hours (official); 24 hours possible with complete docs
- Landing Lead Time: 72 business hours (official); longer recommended for first-time operators
Private flights require KCAA notification, 2-3 days for processing.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at HKMO?
- The tower frequency at Moi Intl is 118.60 MHz.
- What fuel is available at HKMO?
- Moi Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL.
- Does HKMO require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Moi Intl (Kenya).
- Is customs available at HKMO?
- Yes, customs at Moi Intl is available from 02:00 to 14:00.
- Where is HKMO located?
- Moi Intl (HKMO) is located in Mombasa, Kenya.
- What is the IATA code for HKMO?
- The IATA code for Moi Intl is MBA.
- How long is the runway at HKMO?
- The main runway at Moi Intl (03/21) measures 10991 X 151.
- Does HKMO have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Moi Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 03/21.
- Is HKMO a port of entry?
- Yes, Moi Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.