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Cheap flights to Harare from £331

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — HRE
13 May — 20 May1
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Flights to Harare in 2024

Find the latest flights to Harare in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 881,145 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£652

Return from

£586

One-way from

£331
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Average for return flights in May 2024
From London to Harare
One-way flight from London to Harare (HRE)

Cheap flights to Harare in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Harare in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 881,145 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Harare in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Thu 6/610:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/602:20HRE - LGW
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5£593
Mon 3/610:10LGW - HRE
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/602:20HRE - LGW
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£597
Sun 19/510:10LGW - HRE
1 stop14h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/502:20HRE - LGW
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£606
Thu 16/518:25LHR - HRE
2 stops30h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 21/516:20HRE - LHR
2 stops24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£618
Wed 5/618:25LHR - HRE
2 stops15h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 27/1111:50HRE - LHR
1 stop29h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£619
Tue 28/518:25LHR - HRE
2 stops15h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 17/611:55HRE - LHR
1 stop29h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£620
Wed 5/618:25LHR - HRE
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 27/1111:50HRE - LHR
1 stop29h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£628
Wed 8/518:25LHR - HRE
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 22/502:40HRE - LHR
1 stop14h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£629
Thu 16/521:15LHR - HRE
1 stop14h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/502:20HRE - LHR
1 stop15h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5£633

Harare 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Harare in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 881,145 searches and data were last updated on 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to Harare in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 7/1010:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 28/1015:10HRE - LGW
1 stop16h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£586
Thu 6/610:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 16/602:20HRE - LGW
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5£593
Thu 12/910:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/315:10HRE - LGW
1 stop16h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5£594
Mon 7/1010:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Sun 27/1002:45HRE - LGW
1 stop28h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£595
Mon 3/610:10LGW - HRE
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/602:20HRE - LGW
1 stop29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£597
Sun 3/1117:25LHR - HRE
1 stop19h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 15/1102:40HRE - LHR
1 stop14h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£598
Tue 1/1010:10LGW - HRE
1 stop25h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1015:10HRE - LGW
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£598
Sun 10/1117:25LHR - HRE
1 stop19h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 24/1116:05HRE - LHR
2 stops25h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/5£600
Tue 1/1010:10LGW - HRE
1 stop14h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1015:10HRE - LGW
1 stop16h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5£600

Flights to Harare departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Harare, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 881,145 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Harare. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Thu 16/518:25LHR - HRE
2 stops30h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 21/516:20HRE - LHR
2 stops24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£618
Thu 16/521:15LHR - HRE
1 stop14h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/502:20HRE - LHR
1 stop15h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5£633
Fri 17/521:20LHR - HRE
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Mon 20/517:00HRE - LHR
1 stop15h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 7/5£643
Mon 13/521:10STN - HRE
2 stops19h 00mEmirates
Thu 23/518:50HRE - STN
2 stops19h 05mEmirates
Deal found 7/5£664
Thu 16/514:50LGW - HRE
2 stops19h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 6/618:35HRE - LGW
2 stops19h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5£664
Mon 13/521:45LGW - HRE
2 stops18h 25mEmirates
Thu 23/518:50HRE - LGW
2 stops25h 55mEmirates
Deal found 7/5£668
Mon 13/521:20LHR - HRE
1 stop12h 45mRwandAir
Thu 23/519:40HRE - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 8/5£676
Mon 13/521:20LHR - HRE
1 stop12h 45mRwandAir
Thu 23/519:40HRE - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 7/5£677
Thu 16/518:25LHR - HRE
1 stop30h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 21/516:20HRE - LHR
1 stop24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/5£682

One-way flights to Harare

Explore one-way flight options to Harare for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 881,145 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Harare in the near future. Book a round-trip flight to Harare instead by using the search form above.
Tue 4/619:50LTN - HRE
3 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£331
Wed 5/620:15LGW - HRE
3 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£337
Wed 5/619:00LTN - HRE
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£340
Mon 3/608:50LGW - HRE
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£344
Mon 3/619:30LGW - HRE
3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£349
Mon 3/617:50LTN - HRE
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£353
Sat 1/621:45LTN - HRE
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£358
Wed 5/623:10STN - HRE
3 stops60h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£366
Mon 3/609:00LGW - HRE
2 stops31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5£374

Average price of flights to Harare by month

Plan your trip to Harare by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Harare is currently £350 while a return flight costs £639. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Harare (average of £814). Flying to Harare in December will prove the most costly (average of £1,012). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£656

February

£656

March

£677

April

£670

May

£649

June

£690

July

£793

August

£765

September

£696

October

£691

November

£666

December

£807

Temperature and rainfall in Harare by month

Plan your trip to Harare by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

HRE

Temperature

15 - 22 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Harare, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, November is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Harare?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Harare. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Harare may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Harare?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Harare. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Harare should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Harare

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Harare. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Harare. Reviews last updated 8 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and RwandAir to Harare. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7.9
Good
1,592 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7.9
Good
49 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7.7
Good
4,428 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

7.4
Good
706 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,988 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Delayed flight a bit annoying but staff all good and surprisingly the main course of vegan meals were good.

When to book a flight to Harare

Spring is a great time to book flights to Harare, the city hosts a number of festivals, including the Harare International Festival of Arts (HIFA) and the Harare Jazz Festival, both held in April. The city comes alive during HIFA, which brings together international acts and Zimbabwean artists for a week jam-packed full of performances, including funk, jazz, classical music, opera, soul, theatre, afrobeat and dance. Harare Jazz Festival is another popular music event. Listen to famous African jazz musicians, while those of you hoping to nurture your own talent can take part in workshops.

Pick up a cheap flight to Harare between the months of November and March, which is the warm, wet season. The weather is pleasant around this time, although you’ll experience a great deal of rainfall, which may affect your holiday activities.

City overview

Find a cheap flight to Harare and visit a city with a laid back vibe where you’ll find excellent works of art and crafts there as well as exceptional restaurants serving traditional and international dishes. 

Zimbabwe is known for its arts and crafts and the National Gallery, located in Harare Gardens, presents monthly exhibits that feature impressive African and contemporary works. Here you’ll see diverse collections of photographic images, wooden carvings, stone sculptures, paintings and much more. The gift shop attached sells a variety of Zimbabwean arts and crafts and books too.

Whilst in Harare, try some authentic Zimbabwean cuisine including Sadza – a traditional maize meal.

Mbare Market attracts adventurous tourists. The many items sold here range from Shona sculptures, masks and weaved baskets, to locally grown vegetables and fresh produce. You can mingle with the Zimbabwean people here and learn more about their various customs, culture and traditions.

If yopu are a film lover then book a flight to Harare and attend the Zimbabwe International Film Festival (ZIFF), if you are in the city during the month of August. This event runs for 10 days.

Harare climate

There are three main seasons in Harare: a warm, wet (November to March/April), a warm, dry (May to August) and a hot, dry (September/October). This should be taken into account when booking flights.High peak season in Harare occurs between the months of April and October, when the weather is warm to hot and dry. From May to August daily temperatures are on average between 14 to 16 degrees Celsius, although it can reach the low to mid-20s. It should be noted that temperatures can rise quite considerably between September and October, to around the high 20s.

Getting around Harare

There are very few buses available for tourists or locals that travel to the city. Therefore, most people rely on taxis. Private cabs are easy to find outside major hotels. Taxi ranks are stationed around, mainly at First Street, Nelson Mandela Avenue, Union Avenue and Samora Machel Avenue.

Getting downtown

Most tourists will arrive at Harare International Airport (HRE) which is around 8 miles (13 km) from Harare city centre. Shuttle bus services are provided at the airport. They stop at most of the large hotels and prominent places located in the city. Selected hotels also offer shuttle services for their guests. You’ll find taxi cabs parked outside the Flight Arrivals area. It takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes to drive from the airport to the city centre, depending on traffic.

  • How long is the flight to Harare, Zimbabwe?

    Flights from London, United Kingdom, to Harare, Zimbabwe, range from 14h-17h. You can find flights from Manchester, United Kingdom, to Harare that range from 16h-19h. There are flights from Edinburgh to Harare that are around 16h-21h, while flights from Glasgow are around 18h-23h.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Harare from?

    There are no known airlines or flights that fly directly from the United Kingdom to Harare, Zimbabwe. However, you can easily find flights with just one or two stops. Many of the one-stop flights are out of London, while other larger cities in the United Kingdom, such as Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, and Belfast have two-stop flights, with the occasional one-stop journey.

  • How do you get from Harare International Airport to the city centre?

    Since Harare’s most popular attractions are quite spread out around the area, it’s best to travel by car. There are taxi services, but as with any major city, there are some areas that can be dangerous, and the city centre is, at times, known for pickpockets. Therefore, it’s more reliable to have your own vehicle. Car rental companies are available so that you can get what’s right for your group or family. You should be aware though, that parking in the city centre can get complicated due to traffic, and be prepared to pay for any parking. There are also shuttle and tour companies that take the guesswork out of travel. If you’re staying in a hotel, lodge, or other accommodations, make travel arrangements with them. Hotels are more than willing to provide safe transportation from the Harare International Airport to the place you are staying.

  • What are some things to do in Harare?

    There may not be many exciting attractions within the city limits of Harare, but there’s plenty to do in nearby areas. Domboshawa, which translates to “The Red Rock” is a granite hill not far from the city. It is an ideal day trip that includes a moderate hike and climb to a scenic top. It’s a great place to take a picnic lunch and watch the sunset with a loved one or with the family. The Wild is Life Sanctuary gets you close and personal with numerous animal species, many of which are endangered. There, you’ll find the Zimbabwe Elephant Nursery, which is well known since it was introduced on the BBC show, Nature’s Miracle Orphans. This experience includes a guided tour, afternoon tea, champagne, and canapés as the sun goes down, making this outing unforgettable. The Twala Trust Animal Sanctuary, which was also featured on Nature’s Miracle Orphans on the BBC, is another great activity. Here, you’ll see adopted orphaned monkeys, lions, and more.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Harare?

    You are required to have a valid passport for a period of at least six months, as well as three blank pages in your passport book. Those travelling from the UK also require a visa. However, most tourists traveling to Zimbabwe simply acquire the visa upon arrival.

  • What does HRE mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Harare Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a HRE flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Harare?

    Most people fly into Harare (HRE) if they book a flight to Harare. Harare is conveniently located just 7.6 mi from Harare’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Harare if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Harare on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Harare?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Harare.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Harare?

    Harare Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Harare. One-way flights to Harare Airport typically cost £56, while return flights cost around £109.

  • How much is a return flight to Harare?

    A return flight to Harare will typically cost around £211, however they can be found for as little as £137.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Harare depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Harare, London offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Harare Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Harare Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Harare Airport?

    Yes. Harare Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Modern and Stylish 2-Bed Cottage in Harare is the closest property to Harare Airport (2.0 mi away from Harare Airport).

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