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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura from R5 217

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJM
Jul 5 — Jul 121
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Bujumbura are usually found in February or March, booked 66 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 30 June 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 669
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 252 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 342 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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One-way flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura
Search for one-way flight options from Johannesburg to Bujumbura. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

Mon 1/93:10JNB - BJM
1 stop12h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 29/6R5 217
Wed 3/922:50JNB - BJM
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R5 306
Tue 2/914:15JNB - BJM
3 stops23h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 29/6R5 769
Tue 2/91:25JNB - BJM
2 stops13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R9 455

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 30 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Bujumbura that are best for you.

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Return

Price

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

3:10-15:35

1 stop12h 25m

R5 217

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

22:50-11:55

1 stop13h 05m

R5 306

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

14:15-13:30

3 stops23h 15m

R5 769

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

1:25-15:15

2 stops13h 50m

R9 455

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Deals found on 29/6

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Bujumbura

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 27 June 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 66 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 30 June 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 30 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and RwandAir 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.

Overall

7,3

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Kaskasi,Jun 2025

ADD - DAR

Great crew but you could add more selections on your movies and tv series.. new releases as well

Overall

7,3

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Kaskasi,Jun 2025

ADD - DAR

Great crew but you could add more selections on your movies and tv series.. new releases as well

Overall

7,3

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Kaskasi,Jun 2025

ADD - DAR

Great crew but you could add more selections on your movies and tv series.. new releases as well

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Bujumbura one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is RwandAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 217. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Bujumbura for a low price.

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

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

  • 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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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 063AverageR9 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 162AverageR9 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 154AverageR10 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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