Manda Airport –LAU-Manda
Manda Airport is a public and civilian airport owned the government of Kenya and operated by Kenya Airports Authority. This airport is located on Manda Island, Kenya and is situated in the Lamu Archipelago of Lamu County. LAU-Manda is approximately 280 miles by air from Nairobi International Airport which serves as the biggest civilian airport in Kenya. This small airport is nestled on the western shore of the Indian Ocean and was built with two runways. The main runway has a length of 0.77 miles long and 0.011miles wide. The second runway, on the other hand, is 0.6 miles long and 0.008miles wide.
Best Time to Visit
LAU Airport primarily serves the residents of Lamu and Matondoni. There are several airlines operating in Lamu Airport including Silverstone Air, Skyward Express, Mombasa Air Safari, Air Kenya Express, Safarilink, Fly540, and Fly-SAX. LAU operates a number of routes to Nairobi, Mombasa, Malindi, and Kiwayu.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Visitors flying into Manda Island will find several options in terms of accommodations. While there are no airport hotels in LAU, there are several accommodations near Manda Airport which makes it convenient for visitors arriving on the island. The Lamu House Hotel is one of the best options for passengers who prefer a convenient location. This beautiful and well-maintained hotel is located a mile away from LMU. Meanwhile, Kijani Hotel is also another popular hotel located 2.6 miles from the airport and is only a 3-minute walk to Manda Beach.
On this page it is easy to search for Lamu, Kenya airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Lamu, Kenya (LAU-Manda) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the LAU airport.
Most of these LAU
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Lamu, Kenya
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the LAU airport are Manda Beach, Lamu Fort, and Manda Beach.
Map of Lamu, Kenya Hotels
View all Lamu, Kenya (LAU-Manda) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Lamu, Kenya (LAU-Manda) location map.
Weather Forecast for Lamu, Kenya (LAU-Manda)
If you planning to travel to Lamu, Kenya (LAU-Manda), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 3:16 AM.
The temperature feels like 94.55 with a humidity level of 79 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 0 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 11, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 17 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 3:17 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/2
Clear Sky
85°F
High: 85°F
Low: 85°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
5/3
Clear Sky
85°F
High: 85°F
Low: 84°F
Precipitation: 0%
Saturday
5/4
Few clouds
84°F
High: 85°F
Low: 83°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
5/5
Thunderstorm with rain
83°F
High: 83°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 65%
Monday
5/6
Thunderstorm with rain
82°F
High: 83°F
Low: 76°F
Precipitation: 80%
Tuesday
5/7
Thunderstorm with rain
79°F
High: 83°F
Low: 77°F
Precipitation: 80%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Lamu, Kenya LAU airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free LAU airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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