In a landmark moment for Kenyan tourism, Moi International Airport in Mombasa celebrated the arrival of its inaugural direct charter flight from Budapest, Hungary, operated by Smartwings in partnership with Private Safaris and IBUSZ.
The flight was greeted with a spectacular water cannon salute, marking the start of a promising new weekly service set to run for 9 rotations this season.
🤝 A Warm Welcome
On hand to receive the historic flight were key figures including:
Hon. Caleb Kositany, KAA Board Chairman
Alexander Spiro, CEO of Private Safaris
Attila Farkas, CEO of Smartwings
Dr. Simon Peter, KAA GM Operations and Safety
Abel Gogo, Regional Airport Manager, Coast Region
Mohamed Osman, Mombasa County CEC for Tourism
🌍 Boosting Tourism & Connectivity
This new route is set to deliver a significant boost to Mombasa’s economy, bringing high-value tourists from Eastern Europe eager to experience Kenya’s world-class beaches, wildlife safaris, and vibrant Swahili culture.
Smartwings now joins the elite roster of established charter operators at Moi International Airport, including Condor, Neos Air, Discover Airlines, and Enterair, further solidifying Kenya’s position as a premier global tourist destination.
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