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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura from R9 195

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJM
Aug 25 — Sep 11
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Bujumbura

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 20 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 195

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 524
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 10/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 515 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 733 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 August 2025.

Mon 10/113:10JNB - BJM
1 stop12h 25mRwandAir
Thu 27/1116:05BJM - JNB
1 stop10h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 19/8R9 195
Tue 16/91:25JNB - BJM
1 stop6h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 24/98:55BJM - JNB
1 stop6h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/8R9 707
Thu 4/922:50JNB - BJM
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/913:40BJM - JNB
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8R9 777
Mon 18/817:00JNB - BJM
1 stop20h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 25/88:55BJM - JNB
1 stop26h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/8R11 278
Wed 3/91:25JNB - BJM
1 stop11h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 11/913:40BJM - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/8R11 842
Tue 11/1114:15JNB - BJM
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/119:00BJM - JNB
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R11 948
Mon 10/111:35JNB - BJM
1 stop6h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 27/119:00BJM - JNB
3 stops30h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/8R12 813
Mon 18/817:40JNB - BJM
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/88:55BJM - JNB
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8R14 295

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Bujumbura

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

Bujumbura

Thu 27/11

16:05-2:20

1 stop10h 15m

R9 195

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

1:25-8:05

1 stop6h 40m

Bujumbura

Wed 24/9

8:55-15:50

1 stop6h 55m

R9 707

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

22:50-11:55

1 stop13h 05m

Bujumbura

Thu 11/9

13:40-10:55

1 stop21h 15m

R9 777

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

1:25-12:50

1 stop11h 25m

Bujumbura

Thu 11/9

13:40-15:30

2 stops25h 50m

R11 842

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

1:35-8:10

1 stop6h 35m

Bujumbura

Thu 27/11

9:00-15:30

2 stops30h 30m

R11 842

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

14:15-11:30

2 stops21h 15m

Bujumbura

Thu 27/11

9:00-15:50

1 stop6h 50m

R11 948

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Deals found on 19/8

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Bujumbura. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo 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 20 August 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 20 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
836 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
278 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,6

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,2

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Bujumbura from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura?

    RwandAir and Kenya Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura in just under 6h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 45m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Bujumbura is about 2538 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at R7 915, RwandAir will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura and back. In addition to RwandAir, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 588 and R9 474, respectively. RwandAir is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura that have stopovers, most of them stop in Nairobi.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Kigali.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Bujumbura?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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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Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Bujumbura

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 20 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 915AverageR8 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 588AverageR9 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 474AverageR9 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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