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Bujumbura.417 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Bujumbura on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 417 €, select.
Bujumbura.431 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Bujumbura on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 431 €, select.
Bujumbura.474 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Bujumbura on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 474 €, select.
Bujumbura.591 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Bujumbura on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 591 €, select.
Bujumbura.628 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Bujumbura on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 628 €, select.
Bujumbura.644 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 12 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 644 €, select.
Bujumbura.649 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 649 €, select.
Bujumbura.652 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Bujumbura.Inbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from Bujumbura on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 652 €, select.

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura

Nairobi to Bujumbura: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi to Bujumbura below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Bujumbura.

Nairobi to Bujumbura: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found417 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Bujumbura: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura is 417 €. 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 44 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Bujumbura.
KLM, Kenya Airways and Delta fly direct from Nairobi to Bujumbura.
As of May 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Bujumbura.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Bujumbura is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Bujumbura Airport on Monday, 30 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 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 Bujumbura 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 Bujumbura is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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 14 kilometres 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 3 kilometres 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 8 kilometres 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)

  • 259 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. Return flights start from 417 €. 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.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Nairobi to BJM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Customise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Nairobi to Bujumbura International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

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.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nairobi to Bujumbura

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