Travelling from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when booking your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport.
Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour behind Nairobi.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Kenya Airways at 23:30. Choose the first NBO to BJM departure with Kenya Airways at 07:35 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nairobi to BJM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Get there in one go from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) operate from here.
Kenya Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport jetting out of NBO.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from Nairobi to BJM, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is an option if you're departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
From central Nairobi, NBO is around 9 miles away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Prefer to leave from Wilson Airport (WIL)? You can book a direct flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Nairobi to BJM with Kenya Airways. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of WIL.
Break up your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Wilson Airport and BJM include:
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
WIL is about 2 miles from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to BJM:
About Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Once your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Hotel Hibiscus is a comfortable option that's not too far from BJM.
Getting from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to central Bujumbura
From Bujumbura International Airport, Bujumbura is approximately 5 miles away. It takes around 11 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
£217 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. Return flights start from £300. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
2 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from Nairobi to BJM.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Bujumbura. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Bujumbura. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Nairobi to BJM during then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport in June when temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC.
More about Bujumbura
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bujumbura:
One of the best ways to experience Bujumbura is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Musee Vivant, Unity Monument and Regina Mundi Cathedral.