Travelling from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London three hours behind Dar Es Salaam.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DAR to LHR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DAR and LHR:
Istanbul Airport
Jeddah Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
384 € is currently the best price for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts at 836 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from DAR to LHR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
61% of flights that depart Dar Es Salaam Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dar Es Salaam Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DAR? If you're catching an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're on a late Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAR to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
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