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£485+ Cheap flights to Bujumbura

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— BJM
24 Jun — 1 Jul1
1 adult

Flights to Bujumbura in 2025

Find the latest flights to Bujumbura in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 19 June 2025.

Return from

£485

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£524
Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 16/8-7/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • London to Bujumbura
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£108 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 June 2025.

Sat 16/806:00LHR - BJM
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/920:05BJM - LHR
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£485
Fri 5/1218:40LHR - BJM
2 stops47h 15mSWISS
Sun 21/1221:00BJM - LHR
3 stops24h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/6£507
Sat 16/811:05LHR - BJM
1 stop30h 50mBrussels Airlines
Sun 7/920:05BJM - LHR
2 stops22h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 18/6£525
Fri 5/1218:40LGW - BJM
2 stops47h 15mSWISS
Sun 21/1221:00BJM - LGW
3 stops46h 50mSWISS
Deal found 17/6£626
Fri 5/1217:25LHR - BJM
1 stop18h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 21/1209:15BJM - LHR
1 stop32h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/6£652
Tue 24/621:20LHR - BJM
1 stop16h 45mRwandAir
Tue 1/716:05BJM - LHR
1 stop17h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 17/6£711
Sat 16/814:55LGW - BJM
2 stops23h 20mRwandAir
Sun 7/915:45BJM - LGW
2 stops39h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 18/6£907
Sat 16/811:00LGW - BJM
1 stop19h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 7/908:55BJM - LGW
1 stop22h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/6£960
Sat 16/814:55LGW - BJM
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/920:05BJM - LGW
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£1,001
Tue 5/819:25LHR - BJM
2 stops18h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 31/815:45BJM - LHR
2 stops39h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/6£1,029
Sat 26/721:00LHR - BJM
1 stop15h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 17/816:05BJM - LHR
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/6£1,311
Sat 2/814:55LGW - BJM
2 stops23h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 9/816:05BJM - LGW
2 stops46h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/6£1,335

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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Sat 16/8

06:00-18:55

2 stops35h 55m

Bujumbura

Sun 7/9

20:05-20:55

2 stops25h 50m

£485

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Fri 5/12

18:40-19:55

2 stops47h 15m

Bujumbura

Sun 21/12

21:00-19:15

3 stops24h 15m

£507

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Sat 16/8

11:05-18:55

1 stop30h 50m

Bujumbura

Sun 7/9

20:05-17:05

2 stops22h 00m

£525

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Fri 5/12

18:40-19:55

2 stops47h 15m

Bujumbura

Sun 21/12

21:00-17:50

3 stops46h 50m

£626

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Fri 5/12

17:25-13:40

1 stop18h 15m

Bujumbura

Sun 21/12

09:15-15:30

1 stop32h 15m

£652

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Fri 5/12

20:30-15:35

1 stop17h 05m

Bujumbura

Sun 21/12

15:45-06:20

1 stop16h 35m

£720

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Sat 16/8

14:55-15:15

2 stops23h 20m

Bujumbura

Sun 7/9

15:45-06:40

2 stops39h 55m

£907

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Sat 16/8

11:00-07:55

1 stop19h 55m

Bujumbura

Sun 7/9

08:55-06:50

1 stop22h 55m

£960

LondonBujumbura

LGW - BJM

LGWBJM

London Gatwick

Sat 16/8

14:55-15:15

2 stops23h 20m

Bujumbura

Sun 7/9

20:05-17:50

3 stops22h 45m

£1,001

LondonBujumbura

LHR - BJM

LHRBJM

London Heathrow

Tue 5/8

19:25-15:15

2 stops18h 50m

Bujumbura

Sun 31/8

15:45-06:25

2 stops39h 40m

£1,029

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Bujumbura

When is the best time to book a flight to Bujumbura?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Bujumbura. Price data was last updated on 13 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Bujumbura may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Bujumbura?

On average, a flight from London to Bujumbura takes 19 hours 57 minutes. Flights to Bujumbura from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Bujumbura?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Bujumbura are Brussels Airlines, SWISS and RwandAir.

Rainfall in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bujumbura ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Bujumbura when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bujumbura, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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 19 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly to Bujumbura, see what other customers have to say about SWISS, Qatar Airways and Brussels Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeff,Feb 2025

BER - ZRH

Ground and flight crew are lazy. No food. Late. Ryanair is better.

FAQs about flying to Bujumbura

Getting around Bujumbura

Licenced taxis are available all around the city, but make sure you negotiate a price before getting into the vehicle. Local people use mini bus taxis, but using these does require some knowledge of Bujumbura.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) serves the city. It is 6.2 miles (10km) from the city centre. Many hotels offer free shuttles from the airport. Taxis operate from outside the terminal building and you should agree a fare before the journey. By road, the journey can take up to half an hour, depending on traffic. Car rental needs to be arranged in advance. Many visitors choose a rugged SUV or 4X4, as the roads outside of Bujumbura can be challenging. Car rental can include your own driver.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bujumbura?

    Bujumbura (BJM), located 5.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Bujumbura.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Bujumbura if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Bujumbura on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Bujumbura?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Brussels Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Bujumbura.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Bujumbura?

    Bujumbura is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Bujumbura. One-way flights to Bujumbura typically cost £154, while return flights cost around £901.

  • How much is a return flight to Bujumbura?

    A return flight to Bujumbura will typically cost around £1,286, however they can be found for as little as £1,211.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Bujumbura depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Bujumbura, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 5 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Bujumbura?

    Yes. Bujumbura has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Saint Blaise Hotel is the closest property to Bujumbura (1.0 mi away from Bujumbura).

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