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Flights from Chicago to Bujumbura

What to know about flights from Chicago to Bujumbura?

The distance between Chicago and Bujumbura is approximately 12,461.3 km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in November.

Cheapest one-way
$909
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines CHI-BJM 18h 45m · 1 stop Wed, Oct 21
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,233
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines CHI-BJM 19h 30m · 2 stops Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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When to travel
September
Cheapest
November
Peak season for travel
Route details
12,461.3 km
Flight distance

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Chicago to Bujumbura over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $909 and round-trip from $1,233. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • ORD 9:45 AM
        19h 30m
        1 stop
        BJM 1:15 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Wed, Nov 11 | Ethiopian Airlines
        BJM 3:45 PM
        23h 55m
        1 stop
        ORD 7:40 AM
        Bujumbura - Chicago | Wed, Nov 18 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $1,233 $1,452
        15% off
        15% off
        $1,452 $1,233
      • ORD 10:15 AM
        20h
        1 stop
        BJM 1:15 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Wed, Oct 14 | Ethiopian Airlines
        BJM 3:45 PM
        23h 30m
        1 stop
        ORD 8:15 AM
        Bujumbura - Chicago | Wed, Oct 21 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $1,234 $1,452
        15% off
        15% off
        $1,452 $1,234
      • CHI 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        BJM 2:00 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Mon, Oct 12 | Normal Airline
        BJM 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CHI 4:00 PM
        Bujumbura - Chicago | Wed, Oct 14 | Normal Airline
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      • ORD 10:15 AM
        18h 45m
        1 stop
        BJM 12:00 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Wed, Oct 21 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $909 $1,096
        17% off
        17% off
        $1,096 $909
      • ORD 9:45 AM
        19h 30m
        1 stop
        BJM 1:15 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Wed, Dec 2 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $909 $1,096
        17% off
        17% off
        $1,096 $909
      • ORD 10:15 AM
        20h
        1 stop
        BJM 1:15 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Mon, Oct 12 | Ethiopian Airlines
        $931 $1,096
        15% off
        15% off
        $1,096 $931
      • CHI 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        BJM 2:00 PM
        Chicago - Bujumbura | Mon, Oct 12 | Normal Airline
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Which airlines are the most popular for Chicago to Bujumbura flights?

You can choose from 1 airlines that fly from Chicago to Bujumbura, including Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines has lowest fares on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Chicago to Bujumbura according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Bujumbura (CHI-BJM)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ethiopian Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $909 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ORD to BJM on Wed, Oct 21), while Ethiopian Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $1,233 departing on Wed, Nov 11 and returning on Wed, Nov 18.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Chicago to Bujumbura with the following airlines, including: Brussels Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Bujumbura is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Bujumbura, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Oct 21, with one-way flights priced at just $909.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Bujumbura travel is around November.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Bujumbura is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Bujumbura on October 14, 2026 with Ethiopian Airlines, with prices starting at $1,234.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Bujumbura: Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM). Flights from O'Hare International Airport to Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (ORD-BJM) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Bujumbura and Chicago is 8h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Chicago to Bujumbura is $955. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Chicago and Bujumbura, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.