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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura from R5 138

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BJM
Apr 16 — Apr 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Bujumbura

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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 17 March 2026.

Wed 8/73:10
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop12h 25m
RwandAir
Sun 2/815:45
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/3R9 076
Sat 20/63:10
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop12h 05m
RwandAir
Mon 22/615:45
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/3R9 876
Mon 16/312:50
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop20h 05m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 14/49:40
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 00m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 15/3R10 110
Sun 15/33:10
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop12h 05m
RwandAir
Tue 14/416:05
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 15m
RwandAir
Deal found 13/3R10 527
Sun 15/32:45
JNB
-
BJM
1 stop29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 14/49:10
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R10 694
Mon 16/310:00
JNB
-
BJM
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/49:40
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3R12 763
Thu 9/710:00
JNB
-
BJM
3 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/89:10
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3R13 664
Sun 21/65:30
JNB
-
BJM
2 stops31h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 22/616:15
BJM
-
JNB
1 stop11h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/3R16 550

Find 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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 076

One-way from

R5 138

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R10 978
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 8/7-2/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 18/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Bujumbura
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R12 692 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

3:10-15:35

1 stop12h 25m

Bujumbura

Sun 2/8

15:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 076

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

3:10-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

Bujumbura

Mon 22/6

15:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R9 876

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

5:30-13:15

2 stops31h 45m

Bujumbura

Mon 22/6

16:15-3:55

1 stop11h 40m

R16 550
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

16:50-15:15

1 stop22h 25m

R5 138

JohannesburgBujumbura

JNB - BJM

JNBBJM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

16:40-16:35

3 stops23h 55m

R7 207

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Deals found on 17/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura (average of R6 406). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura in May is currently the most expensive (average of R9 059). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura?

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 17 March 2026.
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
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,7

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

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,7

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
970 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,7

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
6,7
Okay
298 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,7

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

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

    Currently priced at R6 777, 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 176 and R9 066, respectively. RwandAir is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura are RwandAir (R3 021), Ethiopian Air (R3 405), and Kenya Airways (R5 336).

  • 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 Kigali.

  • 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 Nairobi.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura (average of R6 406). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bujumbura in May is currently the most expensive (average of R9 059). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from OR Tambo to Bujumbura on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Bujumbura. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 17 March 2026.
RwandAir flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bujumbura
Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bujumbura
Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bujumbura

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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR6 777AverageR8 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 176AverageR9 127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 066AverageR9 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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