Flying from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to London: what you need to know
London is two hours behind Bujumbura, where Bujumbura International Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BJM to London flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BJM to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
BJM is about 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.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of arriving at the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London, check out Hotel Club du Lac Tanganyika. It's a short ride from BJM.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bujumbura International Airport, data shows 77.22% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to London
ر.ق. 1,377 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Bujumbura International Airport to London flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,231. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from BJM to London, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Bujumbura International Airport to London ticket.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BJM to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from central London. After your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your BJM to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Settle in at one of these options after your BJM to London flight:
Start your trip without stressing about how to get to your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London is the ideal time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
Before locking in your flights from Bujumbura International Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
When booking your Bujumbura International Airport to London flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BJM to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Bujumbura International Airport to London, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
