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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura from R9 503

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJM
Oct 19 — Oct 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Bujumbura are usually found in February or August, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Bujumbura

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Bujumbura (BJM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 503

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 451
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 1/1-4/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 677 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 757 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 September 2025.

Fri 26/123:10JNB - BJM
1 stop12h 25mRwandAir
Sun 28/1215:45BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 17/9R12 387
Sat 27/1212:05JNB - BJM
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1215:45BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9R24 269
Fri 26/123:10JNB - BJM
1 stop12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1215:45BJM - JNB
2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9R27 935
Sat 27/1219:50JNB - BJM
2 stops41h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 29/1216:05BJM - JNB
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/9R38 932

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2025.
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Price

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

3:10-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

Bujumbura

Sun 4/1

15:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R9 503

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

3:10-15:35

1 stop12h 25m

Bujumbura

Sun 28/12

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R12 387

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

Bujumbura

Mon 29/12

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R12 387

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

10:10-13:15

2 stops27h 05m

Bujumbura

Sun 4/1

16:05-3:55

1 stop11h 50m

R15 983

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

3:10-15:35

1 stop12h 25m

Bujumbura

Sun 28/12

17:10-7:55

2 stops14h 45m

R25 850

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

3:10-15:35

1 stop12h 25m

Bujumbura

Mon 29/12

15:45-3:55

2 stops12h 10m

R27 935

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Deals found on 17/9

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to BJM?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 September 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Bujumbura, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight at midday.

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 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Johannesburg to Bujumbura have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
862 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
6,9
Okay
281 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura, you will be flying into Bujumbura. Bujumbura (BJM) is just 8,2 km from the centre vof the city. Bujumbura is the only Bujumbura airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. 3 airlines have flights to Bujumbura from Johannesburg on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura?

    RwandAir can get you from Johannesburg to Bujumbura in just under 12h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Johannesburg and Bujumbura is about 2538 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Bujumbura round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Bujumbura is RwandAir. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 420 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, starting at R8 453 and R9 276 round-trip. Users have found that RwandAir is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Bujumbura?

    Johannesburg to Bujumbura flights have a stopover in Nairobi most of the time.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Bujumbura flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Bujumbura stopover in Kigali least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Bujumbura flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Bujumbura by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 420AverageR8 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 453AverageR9 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 276AverageR9 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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