Flying from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): what you need to know
Around 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport.
Bujumbura's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Kigali.
You can choose from seven weekly Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport flights. The 14:20 departure with RwandAir is the earliest available. RwandAir operates the latest service of the day at 14:20.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your KGL to BJM flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
RwandAir offers direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Bujumbura — and maybe even more of Burundi if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is RwandAir.
Among carriers operating KGL to BJM flights, RwandAir is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport. Many travellers pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport when flying between KGL and BJM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport flight is ر.ق. 839. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,404. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from KGL to BJM, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from KGL to BJM is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of all flights departing from Kigali International Airport, 71.6% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near KGL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Consider a stay at Star Hotel after touching down from your Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport flight. It's not too far from BJM and a great option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to central Bujumbura
From Bujumbura International Airport, Bujumbura is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Bujumbura in January.
Lock in your flight from Kigali International Airport to Bujumbura International Airport for September if you want to explore Bujumbura during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KGL to BJM in June. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Burundi
While Bujumbura will give you a great introduction to Burundi, you'll find even more to discover in Gitega. Located about 56 kilometres to the east, this must-visit city loads of things to see and do, including Gishora Drum Sanctuary and National Museum of Gitega.
Next? Set off for Ngozi. It's located about 72 kilometres north-east of Bujumbura and is known for highlights like Nazareth Conference Room.
