Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
The timezone in Arusha is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Your LHR to ARK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
Right now, 440 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 824 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to ARK, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ARK:
Travel farther out of Arusha and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book an Arusha Airport rental car from companies like Auto-Union or Europcar.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Arusha Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
From Arusha Airport, Arusha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
April is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Arusha in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Arusha Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Arusha, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to ARK in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Mwanza is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Arusha. Around 434 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Bismarck Rock, Pasha Beach and Igoma Cemetery.
Zanzibar is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 418 kilometres south-east of Arusha. No trip is complete without visiting Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.