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.
