Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam three hours ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LHR to DAR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and DAR include:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Right now, 426 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 727 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to DAR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to DAR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Dar Es Salaam Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.