Flying from London to Mwanza Airport (MWZ): What you need to know
You can choose from numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Mwanza Airport (MWZ). Explore your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Mwanza is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London. Mwanza Airport is located in Mwanza.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from London to MWZ.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Mwanza Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
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London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Mwanza Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
About Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Mwanza Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MWZ:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mwanza Airport is RM2,514. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,225. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to MWZ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Mwanza Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Mwanza Airport (MWZ), while October is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Mwanza based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to MWZ plane ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Mwanza to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Mwanza Airport in July when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Mwanza
Start your Mwanza trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Mwanza Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Mwanza should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Kogatende Serengeti Safaris, Tunza Resort and Kamanga Garden Beach.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Mwanza, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Tabora to check off its popular sights. From Tabora Game Park to St. Stephen's Cathedral and Msikiti Wa Ijumaa مسجد, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Tanzania, consider Musoma, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Mwanza. Anglican Church Cathedral, Musoma Swaminarayan Temple and The Dream Garden are among the biggest draws.
