Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to London: what you need to know
RG Mugabe International Airport is located in Harare. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Harare.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HRE to London flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from HRE to London with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
HRE is about 11 kilometres from central Harare. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near HRE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to RG Mugabe International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.56% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to London
R 7,632 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is R 13,323. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from HRE to London if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your flight from HRE to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your HRE to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by choosing a hotel near STN after your HRE to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Before booking your flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to London, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in London offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your RG Mugabe International Airport to London flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HRE to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.