Flying from London to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Douala Airport (DLA). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Douala Airport is located in Douala.
Your flight from London to DLA won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from London to DLA departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
From central London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Douala Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Split up your flight from London to Douala Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and DLA include:
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to DLA? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Douala Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport to the centre of Douala is about 23 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Douala Airport (DLA)
For a one-way ticket from London to Douala Airport, ج.م. 16,169 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just ج.م. 25,251. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from London to DLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Douala Airport (DLA)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from London to Douala Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Douala, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from London to DLA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Douala Airport in July when temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Douala
After locking in your flight from London to Douala Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Douala:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Marche des Fleurs, Rond point bonanjo and La Nouvelle Liberte are attractions you won't want to skip in Douala.
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