Flying from London to Arusha Airport (ARK): What you need to know
Arusha Airport is located in Arusha. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ARK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Arusha Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
68% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to ARK flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Arusha Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that leave from STN make it to their destination within the expected time frame 65% of the time.
About Arusha Airport (ARK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Arusha Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ARK:
Set yourself up with a Arusha Airport rental car from outlets like Auto-Union or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Arusha and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Arusha Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
Central Arusha is around 6 kilometres from Arusha Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Arusha Airport (ARK)
At the moment, R 8,323 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Arusha Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,548. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to ARK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Arusha Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Arusha Airport (ARK)
January is the most popular month for flights from London to Arusha Airport (ARK). Plan your visit to Arusha in May for a more laid-back experience.
Book a London to ARK plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Arusha to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Arusha Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Arusha
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Arusha right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Arusha Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Kilimanjaro info, Luxury Safari Tours Africa and Kilimanjaro tours are top attractions which should be on every Arusha itinerary.
Explore more of Tanzania
Singida is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Arusha. Around 257 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Sabasaba Grounds, Kristu Mfalme Catholic Church and Singida Roman Catholic Church.
Another essential stop in Tanzania, Babati is roughly 137 kilometres southwest of Arusha. Plan to visit highlights including Babati Roundabout.
