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R4 951+ 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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— BJM
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Bujumbura in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Thu 2/420:40
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop19h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 9/416:30
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop19h 15m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 16/2R9 005
Sun 25/100:45
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop14h 30m
Uganda Airlines
Fri 30/1017:10
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop18h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 17/2R9 229
Sat 21/316:50
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/313:50
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 550
Thu 2/414:15
JNB
-
BJM
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/49:10
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R10 319
Mon 26/1022:50
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 30/1016:15
BJM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R12 354

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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 19 February 2026.

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R9 005

One-way from

R4 951

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R8 636
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 2/4-9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 7/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R48 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R48 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

20:40-16:25

1 stop19h 45m

Bujumbura

Thu 9/4

16:30-11:45

1 stop19h 15m

R9 005

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

16:50-9:30

1 stop16h 40m

Bujumbura

Sat 28/3

13:50-10:55

1 stop21h 05m

R9 550

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

14:15-12:30

2 stops22h 15m

Bujumbura

Thu 9/4

9:10-10:55

1 stop25h 45m

R10 319

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

19:25-13:15

2 stops41h 50m

Bujumbura

Sat 28/3

16:05-11:35

3 stops43h 30m

R24 162

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

14:15-12:30

2 stops22h 15m

R4 951

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 047

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

3:10-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

R5 320

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

20:10-16:25

3 stops20h 15m

R7 050

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

3:10-15:15

2 stops12h 05m

R7 387

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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 16 hours 40 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.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 494
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R8 707
RwandAir
RwandAir
From R6 509

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 19 February 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
40 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

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
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

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
962 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

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
293 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,7

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 000, while return flights cost around R9 946.

  • 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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