How to find cheap flights to Burundi
Lock in a better price on a flight to Burundi by taking off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, often the most affordable departure option.
Then arrive at Bujumbura to get even more value from your fare.
The cheapest time to visit Burundi is generally during September.
The lowest price for a one-way flight is R 5,554. A round-trip ticket starts from R 8,877.
Open to any arrival city? Add your departure point, then enter 'Burundi' in the 'To' field. You'll get a list of destinations and the option to sort them by 'Cheapest flights.'
If you know where you want to travel to, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search. This will display flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could help you save.
Stay on top of fare changes with Price Alerts delivered right to your inbox or app. Simply sign up for these automatic notifications and let the best deals find you.
Don't leave things to the last minute. Booking ahead often means better fares and access to early bird discounts.
The best time to go to Burundi
To find the cheapest month for flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
Organise your trip for April if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
Travel in December if you want a more laid-back vibe. This is the least busy time of year and also when plane tickets to Burundi are generally cheaper.
Consider how you like to travel and let the weather guide your choice. September is one of the warmest months in Burundi, with average highs of 25ºC (77ºF).
June brings cooler conditions, with low average temperatures of 13ºC (55ºF).
Rain is more common in November, while July is typically drier.
Also factor in periods of heavy rainfall and peak flooding times when choosing your travel dates. Of course, weather risks depend on the timing of your trip and where you go.
Getting to Burundi
Book flights to Burundi and touch down at Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) in Bujumbura.
These airlines are the biggest players landing at this destination, based on rough monthly flight numbers:
Ethiopian Airlines — 30
RwandAir — 30
Kenya Airways — 30
Brussels, Addis Ababa and Nairobi are some of the major hubs used as stopover points on flights to Burundi. Stops vary by route, so be sure to check the connection details for your departure city.
Places to visit in Burundi
Bujumbura
Located in Bujumbura Mairie Province and with a population of roughly 330,000, this city should be toward the top of your must-do list.
Key stops include Place de l'Indépendance, Regina Mundi Cathedral and Geological Museum of Burundi.
You'll find some awesome flight deals to Burundi touching down at Bujumbura International Airport (BJM), Bujumbura's main airport.
Looking for a place to rest your head? Check out the lineup of hotels in Bujumbura.
Good to know
Entry rules can often change, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other documents before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local consulate or embassy will have the most up-to-date information.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are rare around these parts, making it important to have a plan for accessing cash.
Wi-Fi coverage is low, so be ready to spend time offline. Bigger hotels or certain locations may offer access, but it's not something you can depend on throughout your trip.
Burundi has a population of about 14 million. The capital city is Bujumbura.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with one standard time zone operating on UTC+2.
Burundi is located in Africa within the Eastern Africa subregion.
The most well-known events on the local calendar include Independence Day, the Umuganura harvest festival and the Karera cultural festival. Line up your flight to Burundi around these occasions to experience something beyond the everyday.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Locked in that cheap ticket to Burundi? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Burundi and filter your search by location, star rating and more. You can also browse car hire options in Burundi and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
