Travelling from Bujumbura Airport (BJM) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
The timezone in Addis Ababa is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Bujumbura.
Each week, there are seven Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, pick the 16:05 Ethiopian Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 16:55 with Ethiopian Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BJM to ADD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Addis Ababa (and then seeing more of Ethiopia!) is a snap with Ethiopian Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Ethiopian Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 75.0% of services landing as planned, Ethiopian Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BJM to ADD flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport. These are the top stopovers between BJM and ADD:
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Entebbe Airport
Kigali Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bujumbura Airport (BJM) to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight is Rs108,053. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs218,332. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BJM to ADD, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport.
Handy information about Bujumbura Airport (BJM)
64% of flights leaving from Bujumbura Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Bujumbura Airport from central Bujumbura, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near BJM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
If you're coming in on a late Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ADD:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Addis Ababa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion to explore Addis Ababa and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Addis Ababa Airport around two weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
The quietest month for a flight from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Addis Ababa based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Addis Ababa is March, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Bujumbura Airport to Addis Ababa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
November has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BJM to ADD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ethiopia
Dire Dawa is just one of the many places in Ethiopia waiting to be explored after you've seen Addis Ababa. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Saint Mary Gate of Heaven Orthodox Cathedral, Mosque and Porc Epic Cave.
Any journey through Ethiopia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Nazrēt. Adama Mosque and Oromia Martyrs Memorial Monument are among the highlights in this destination, which is about 80 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa.