BJM
Bujumbura
Burundi
12,129 km
7,537 miles
MIA
Miami
United States
Distance
12,129 km
7,537 mi / 6,549 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Africa/Bujumbura
Heading
296°
west northwest

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Airport Comparison

BJM MIA
Airport Name Bujumbura International Airport Miami International Airport
IATA Code BJM MIA
ICAO Code HBBA KMIA
City Bujumbura Miami
Country Burundi United States
Timezone Africa/Bujumbura America/New_York
Elevation 2,582 ft 9 ft
Coordinates -3.320000, 29.320000 25.800000, -80.290000

Bujumbura (BJM) to Miami (MIA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) in Bujumbura, Burundi to Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States is 12,129 kilometers (7,537 miles / 6,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Burundi with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:48 in Bujumbura, it's 15:48 in Miami. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,573 feet between the two airports. Miami International Airport sits lower than Bujumbura International Airport.

The return flight from Miami (MIA) to Bujumbura (BJM) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bujumbura International Airport (BJM) and Miami International Airport (MIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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