Flying from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): What you need to know
Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of New York.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from New York to BJM. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from New York to BJM, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Brussels Airport (BRU) is an option when you're setting off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport. Brussels Airport (BRU) is one of the options between Newark Liberty International Airport and BJM.
You can get to EWR from central New York in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to BJM flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Bujumbura International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Flights departing from LGA land at their destination on schedule 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Reserve a hotel near BJM if you're catching a late flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Getting from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) to central Bujumbura
Central Bujumbura is around 6 kilometres from Bujumbura International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Currently, R 10,514 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Bujumbura International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 19,076. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to BJM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Save money on your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM), while April is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Bujumbura based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a New York to BJM plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bujumbura to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
June has temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to Bujumbura International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bujumbura
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bujumbura right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Bujumbura International Airport:
Your trip to Bujumbura won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Eglise Catholique Regina Pacis, Place de l'Indépendance and Regina Mundi Cathedral.
