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$784+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Bujumbura (BJM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BJM
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Bujumbura

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Bujumbura (BJM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,342
(Brussels Airlines)

One-way from

$784
(Expedia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,614
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Bujumbura
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Bujumbura. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 1, 2025.

This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/224:20 pmORD - BJM
3 stops67h 35mBrussels Airlines
mié. 6/48:05 pmBJM - ORD
2 stops22h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,342
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/57:20 pmORD - BJM
2 stops37h 15mRwandAir
vie. 6/133:45 pmBJM - ORD
2 stops30h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 4/30$1,523
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/2210:15 amORD - BJM
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
mié. 6/44:55 pmBJM - ORD
2 stops22h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,534
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/61:05 pmORD - BJM
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/278:05 pmBJM - ORD
3 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,551
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/222:20 pmORD - BJM
2 stops21h 35mSWISS
mié. 7/308:05 pmBJM - ORD
3 stops47h 05mSWISS
Deal found 4/30$1,702
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/225:55 pmORD - BJM
1 stop18h 00mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/308:05 pmBJM - ORD
3 stops49h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,779

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ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/22

4:20 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops67h 35m

Bujumbura

mié. 6/4

8:05 pm-11:55 am

2 stops22h 50m

$1,342

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 6/5

7:20 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Bujumbura

vie. 6/13

3:45 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,523

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/22

10:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Bujumbura

mié. 6/4

4:55 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 20m

$1,534

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/6

1:05 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Bujumbura

mié. 8/27

8:05 pm-7:55 pm

3 stops30h 50m

$1,551

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/22

2:20 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Bujumbura

mié. 7/30

8:05 pm-12:10 pm

3 stops47h 05m

$1,702

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/22

5:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Bujumbura

mié. 7/30

8:05 pm-2:33 pm

3 stops49h 28m

$1,779

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 6/6

7:20 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$784

ChicagoBujumbura

ORD - BJM

ORDBJM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 6/6

8:25 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops39h 30m

$791

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Deals found on 4/30

Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Bujumbura

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Bujumbura in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Bujumbura flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Bujumbura flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Bujumbura flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Bujumbura flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Bujumbura flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Bujumbura

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Bujumbura

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BJM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Bujumbura. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Bujumbura at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bujumbura ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Bujumbura when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Bujumbura by month

Plan your trip to Bujumbura by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bujumbura, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of March, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bujumbura

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bujumbura. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bujumbura. Reviews last updated mayo 1, 2025.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
346 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
769 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
RwandAir
7.1
Good
27 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Bujumbura. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Bujumbura from Chicago?

    Located just 5.1 mi from the city center, Bujumbura is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Bujumbura from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Bujumbura (BJM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Bujumbura round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Bujumbura round-trip from $1,342. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are RwandAir, from $1,523, and Ethiopian Air, from $1,534. Brussels Airlines is 1% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Bujumbura that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Bujumbura flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Bujumbura?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Bujumbura.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Bujumbura?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Bujumbura by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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