Travelling from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is six hours behind Bujumbura.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your BJM to Ottawa flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
BJM is about 6 kilometres from central Bujumbura. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa, check out Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika. It's a quick drive from BJM.
Of the flights that depart from Bujumbura International Airport, 77.22% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to Ottawa
825 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 1.795 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BJM to Ottawa if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BJM to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) is around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Coming in late on a flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa? Pick up your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover corners of Ottawa that aren't on a typical itinerary. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from BJM to Ottawa is a good move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is located around 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Once your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
Following your BJM to Ottawa flight, rest your head at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at YOW can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before scheduling your flights from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BJM to Ottawa around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Montreal is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. No journey is complete without a visit to Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
