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R5 810+ Cheap flights to Bujumbura

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BJM
Feb 7 — Feb 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bujumbura in 2026

Find the latest flights to Bujumbura in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 8 January 2026.

Return from

R8 288

One-way from

R5 810

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 125
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 21/2-1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R110 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Sat 21/23:10JNB - BJM
1 stop12h 05mRwandAir
Sun 1/315:45BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 8/1R8 288
Mon 9/223:00JNB - BJM
1 stop14h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 13/216:05BJM - JNB
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R8 698
Mon 9/216:50JNB - BJM
1 stop22h 45mRwandAir
Fri 13/215:45BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 7/1R9 831
Sun 22/216:50JNB - BJM
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/315:45BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1R12 407

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

3:10-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

Bujumbura

Sun 1/3

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 288

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:00-13:15

1 stop14h 15m

Bujumbura

Fri 13/2

16:05-3:55

1 stop11h 50m

R8 698

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

16:50-15:35

1 stop22h 45m

Bujumbura

Fri 13/2

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 831

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

16:50-15:15

2 stops22h 25m

Bujumbura

Sun 1/3

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R12 407

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

16:50-15:35

1 stop22h 45m

R5 810

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

16:50-15:35

1 stop22h 45m

R5 810

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 810

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 810

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 826

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 826

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bujumbura

How long is the flight to Bujumbura?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura takes 14 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Bujumbura from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Bujumbura?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bujumbura are RwandAir, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R8 918
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 544
RwandAir
RwandAir
From R6 667

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bujumbura?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bujumbura are RwandAir, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

Rainfall in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bujumbura ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Bujumbura when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bujumbura, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bujumbura

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bujumbura. 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 Bujumbura. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways to Burundi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
936 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
288 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

FAQs about flying to Bujumbura

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

    If you book a flight to Bujumbura, you will be flying into Bujumbura, which is the city’s only airport. Bujumbura (BJM) is located 8,2 km from the centre of Bujumbura.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bujumbura 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 Bujumbura on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bujumbura?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, RwandAir is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bujumbura.

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

    Bujumbura is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bujumbura. One-way flights to Bujumbura typically cost R4 097, while return flights cost around R10 188.

  • Are there hotels close to Bujumbura?

    Yes. Bujumbura has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Clayton's place is the closest property to Bujumbura (1,6 km away from Bujumbura).

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