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Nairobi.366 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 366 €, select.
Nairobi.368 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sat, 23 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 368 €, select.
Nairobi.368 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 368 €, select.
Nairobi.392 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 392 €, select.
Nairobi.412 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 412 €, select.
Nairobi.415 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 415 €, select.
Nairobi.416 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 416 €, select.
Nairobi.416 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From 416 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bujumbura to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bujumbura to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from 392 €
Mar
from 366 €
Apr
from 449 €
May
from 368 €
Jun
from 416 €
Jul
from 416 €
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Direct flights from Bujumbura to Nairobi

Alternative Bujumbura to Nairobi routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Bujumbura to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nairobi Wilson

3km from central Nairobi
Closest
from 633 €
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

13km from central Nairobi
Cheapest
from 366 €
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Bujumbura to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found366 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week58

Finding cheap flights from Bujumbura to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Bujumbura to Nairobi is 366 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Bujumbura to Nairobi.
Delta, Kenya Airways and KLM fly direct from Bujumbura to Nairobi.
As of February 2026, there are 62 flights per week flying from Bujumbura to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Bujumbura to Nairobi is usually March.
If you're flying from Bujumbura Airport, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from 366 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Bujumbura Airport to Nairobi on Thursday, 12 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is one hour ahead of Bujumbura, where Bujumbura International Airport is located.

  • With eight weekly flights between the two airports, Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route. Board Kenya Airways's 02:30 flight to get your journey from BJM to NBO underway.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your BJM to Nairobi flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi ticket. Begin your journey at BJM and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Book your favourite seat with Kenya Airways. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BJM to Nairobi. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Entebbe International Airport (EBB)

    • Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • BJM is around 6 kilometres from central Bujumbura. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi? Check out Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika. Get some shut-eye here before making your way to BJM.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Bujumbura International Airport, data shows 77.22% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to Nairobi

  • 253 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi flight. A return plane ticket starts from 366 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BJM to Nairobi if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from BJM to Nairobi by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and discover more of Nairobi and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BJM to Nairobi.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • After your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to WIL. Settle in and get cosy after your BJM to Nairobi flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Touch down, collect your Wilson Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are popular companies to choose from here.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from WIL in advance so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • Visit Nairobi during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from BJM to Nairobi in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Nairobi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Nairobi, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi National Park and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are top sights which should be on every Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its must-visit sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Nakuru is another well-known destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without visiting ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

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