Flying from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE): What you need to know
Harare is two hours ahead of London. Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is located in Harare, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to HRE, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to HRE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
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78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport with a stop at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD). A main stopover between London Gatwick Airport and HRE, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
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The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
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STN has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
About Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
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Getting from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) to central Harare
Central Harare is around 11 kilometres from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
R 8,347 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport. A return flight starts at R 12,466. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to HRE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
January is when most people book flights from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE). Plan your visit to Harare in December for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your London to HRE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. October is the warmest month in Harare, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Harare
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Harare right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport:
Your Harare trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Matusadona National Park, National Botanic Gardens and Thetford Game Reserve.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Harare has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Zimbabwe waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres southeast of Harare, a trip to Mutare will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE, Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral and Murahwa Hill's.
Gweru is another favourite destination in Zimbabwe and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Harare. No trip is complete without a visit to Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Gweru Military Aircraft Museum.