Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Mogadishu is three hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LHR to MGQ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LHR and MGQ:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Rs122,844 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs202,366. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to MGQ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LHR to MGQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Consider staying at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu after arriving from your London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from MGQ and a good option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport to central Mogadishu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Mogadishu in February.
The warmest month in Mogadishu is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Mogadishu International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to MGQ in August. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Somalia
Mogadishu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Somalia just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Mogadishu, a visit to Baidoa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Baidoa City Park, Masjidka Carabta-Baidoa and Beeraha Carabta.
Another worthwhile stop in Somalia, Beledweyne is about 306 kilometres north of Mogadishu. Be sure to visit highlights including Bardaha Mosque.