Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London two hours behind Harare.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HRE to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HRE and LHR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kigali International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Right now, R 8,198 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 16,348. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HRE to LHR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Of the departures from RG Mugabe International Airport, 78.56% land on time at their destination.
RG Mugabe International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Harare. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to HRE? If you're boarding an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're landing on a late RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving 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 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to head to London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HRE to LHR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.