Flying from Arusha Airport (ARK) to London: what you need to know
Arusha Airport is located in Arusha. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 3 hours behind Arusha.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from ARK to London.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Tanzania, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Arusha Airport to London for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Central Arusha to ARK is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a convenient hotel close to ARK? If you're boarding an early flight from Arusha Airport to London, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Arusha Airport (ARK) to London
C$686 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Arusha Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,664. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ARK to London. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Arusha Airport to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Arusha Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Arusha Airport to London has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from ARK to London, settle in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Arusha Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Arusha Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from ARK to London in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Arusha Airport to London, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should feature on every London itinerary.
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