Travelling from Douala Airport (DLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Douala.
Leave plenty of time to make your DLA to LHR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between DLA and LHR include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Kigali International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Douala Airport (DLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $520. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,003. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DLA to LHR if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from DLA to LHR is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Douala Airport (DLA)
When it comes to Douala Airport's on-time performance, data shows 53.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Douala to Douala Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near DLA. Whether you have an early flight from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To escape the crowds, head to London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Douala Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DLA to LHR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.