Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE): what you need to know
The timezone in Harare is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LHR to HRE flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between LHR and HRE include:
Kigali International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
At the moment, ج.م. 23,236 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 33,145. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to HRE, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to HRE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HRE if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a RG Mugabe International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Budget and venture far and wide through Harare and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from RG Mugabe International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to central Harare
RG Mugabe International Airport to the centre of Harare has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Harare. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Harare is October, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to RG Mugabe International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to HRE in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
Bulawayo is just one of the many places in Zimbabwe waiting to be explored once you've seen Harare. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Matobo National Park, Natural History Museum and Bulawayo Railway Museum.
Chitungwiza is another well-known destination in Zimbabwe and is around 19 kilometres south of Harare. No trip is complete without a visit to Bradley Connect, st mary's park and garden and SAFARI IN AFRICA AND VOLUNTEERING.