Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Julius Nyerere International 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.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to DAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and DAR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is 362 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 541 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to DAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
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.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and find adventure across Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport to central Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to DAR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Zanzibar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania. No visit is complete without checking out Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.