How to Book Travel on Air Burundi

Burundi is central African nation of just over six million people, bordered by Rwanda, Tanzania and the Republic of Congo. Air Burundi offers flights to cities throughout Africa.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Proof of vaccination against yellow fever
• Passport and visa

Book Travel on Air Burundi

1. Book travel on Air Burundi by reserving your seats through a trusted travel agent.
2. Pick a destination for travel on Air Burundi. The carrier flies to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. Air Burundi also offers service to the Ugandan city of Entebbe.

Prepare for Travel on Air Burundi

3. Check with the U.S. State Department to see if there are any current travel warnings concerning Burundi. The country was embroiled in violent civil wars for years. Though the fighting has ceased, peace can be fragile. The State Department should have the latest updates on Burundi's political climate, along with tips to help you maintain a safe environment in your travels to the nation.
4. Apply for a visa. You will need a valid visa to Burundi, which you can obtain through your country's Burundi embassy before leaving for your trip. Be aware that if you live in a country that does not have a Burundi embassy, you may purchase your visa once you arrive at the Burundi airport.
5. Get vaccinated for yellow fever. Visitors to Burundi must show proof of vaccination to be allowed entry into the country.
6. Learn a few French phrases. French is Burundi's official language (along with Kirundi, and Swahili is also spoken). Knowing a few French words and phrases will be a great help as you navigate Burundi.

Get to Know Air Burundi

7. Know that Air Burundi is Burundi's national airline, based in Bujumbura, Burundi's capital.
8. Understand that Air Burundi is over 30 years old. Air Burundi was founded in 1971.
9. Be aware that Air Burundi is a state-owned carrier, operated by the Burundi government.
10. Keep in mind that Air Burundi has a small fleet, comprising one DHC-6 Twin Otter Series 300 and one Raytheon Beech 1900C Airliner.

Tips & Warnings

• The primary airlines offering service to and from Burundi's airport in Bujumbura are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airways. Kenya Airways offers frequent connections to Nairobi, Kenya; Ethiopian Airways offers frequent flights to Addis, Ethiopia. Both airlines also offer connections to various European cities.
• Air Burundi has no English-language Web site or direct booking telephone number.