Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Newcastle.
To ensure you get on your NCL to DLA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport. Many travellers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between NCL and DLA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Douala Airport (DLA)
Right now, ₹ 95,191 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 118,418. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from NCL to DLA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Of all flights leaving Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near NCL? If you're catching an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
Reserve a hotel near DLA if you're catching a late Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Douala Airport rental car and discover parts of Douala that most visitors tend to miss. Browse the options available from Avis.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Douala Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates typically rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport to central Douala has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Douala based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Douala Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Douala, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 34ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NCL to DLA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Cameroon waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres east of Douala, a visit to Yaounde will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another essential stop in Cameroon. No visit is complete without checking out Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
