Flying from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM). Check out your options for jetting out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Bujumbura is six hours ahead of New York. Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to BJM, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from New York to BJM even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Brussels Airport (BRU) is an option when taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport. Brussels Airport (BRU) is a great option between Newark Liberty International Airport and BJM.
You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to BJM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Bujumbura International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
LGA has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your final stop as expected.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
After your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport has touched down, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Star Hotel is a comfortable option just a short drive from BJM.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Bujumbura International Airport is Rs307,189. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs300,973. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to BJM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM). June is the busiest month to travel to Bujumbura. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
The warmest month in Bujumbura is September, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your New York to BJM flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from New York to Bujumbura International Airport in June when temperatures are between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Bujumbura
After booking your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bujumbura:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Eglise Catholique Regina Pacis, Place de l'Indépendance and Regina Mundi Cathedral are major attractions which should be on any good Bujumbura itinerary.
