Travelling from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): What you need to know
Nairobi has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Take a direct Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Nairobi.
You can choose from 8 direct services a week between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Bujumbura International Airport (BJM). This is the busiest route, with Kenya Airways offering a 7:35am departure from NBO to BJM.
Your flight from Nairobi to BJM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) operate out of this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport with Kenya Airways. This well-known airline operates services from NBO.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between NBO and BJM is Kenya Airways.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.19% of its services arriving as planned.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to BJM flight:
About Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay within easy reach of BJM at Star Hotel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
At the moment, Rs73,066 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs137,049. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Nairobi to BJM.
The best month for landing cheap Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM), while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Bujumbura based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bujumbura is September, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your Nairobi to BJM flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
June sees temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bujumbura
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bujumbura:
Eglise Catholique Regina Pacis and Place de l'Indépendance are a couple of top attractions to put on your Bujumbura itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Regina Mundi Cathedral.