Travelling from Julius Nyerere International 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.
To ensure you get on your DAR to LHR flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DAR and LHR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Right now, R 6,083 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,858. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time 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 the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DAR to LHR.
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Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
68.39% of flights departing from Julius Nyerere International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Julius Nyerere International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DAR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you're on a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAR to LHR sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
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