Travelling from London to Arusha Airport (ARK): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Arusha Airport (ARK). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Arusha is three hours ahead of London. Arusha Airport is located in Arusha, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Your flight from London to ARK won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Arusha Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to ARK flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Arusha Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Arusha Airport (ARK)
Consider staying in a hotel near ARK if you have a late flight from London to Arusha Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel farther out of Arusha and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can grab an Arusha Airport rental car from popular outlets like Auto-Union or Europcar.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Arusha Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Arusha Airport (ARK)
Rs113,407 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Arusha Airport. A return flight starts from Rs265,306. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to ARK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search 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 dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Arusha Airport (ARK)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Arusha. October is when most people book flights from London to Arusha Airport (ARK), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Arusha is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 31ºC. Book your London to ARK flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Arusha Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 24ºC.
More about Arusha
Start your Arusha trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Arusha Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Arusha when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Kilimanjaro info followed by Luxury Safari Tours Africa and Kilimanjaro tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just a glimpse of what Tanzania offers. Travel further to Singida, which is about 257 kilometres away to the south-west. From Sabasaba Grounds to Kristu Mfalme Catholic Church, there's plenty to discover in this fascinating city.
Another major destination in Tanzania, Babati is located about 137 kilometres south-west of Arusha. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Babati Roundabout.
