Travelling from London to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can begin your trip. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Bujumbura International Airport is located in Bujumbura. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of London.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from London to BJM. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to plan a flight from London to BJM with a stopover. To see your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and BJM include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
The distance from central London to LHR is around 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between London Gatwick Airport and BJM:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to BJM? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Once your flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Hotel Hibiscus is a great 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 London to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
Rs117,484 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Bujumbura International Airport. Return flights start from Rs143,619. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure cheap tickets from London to BJM. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and travel dates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from London to Bujumbura International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when prices drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from London to BJM.
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The best time to fly from London to Bujumbura International Airport (BJM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport. June is the most popular month for a trip to Bujumbura. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from London to BJM, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bujumbura, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
June sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Bujumbura International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bujumbura
Start your Bujumbura trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Bujumbura International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Musee Vivant, Unity Monument and Regina Mundi Cathedral are top attractions which should feature on any good Bujumbura itinerary.