Burundi
2.2.1 Burundi Bujumbura International Airport

Airport Overview


Bujumbura’s International Airport Melchior Ndadaye is situated in the western part of the city at about 12 km from the downtown city. The airport is made of asphalt, with a runway’s length of 3 600 m (11 811 ft) equipped with navigation aids and can hold all types of aircraft.

The largest aircraft currently operating to/from Bujumbura is a Boeing 777. As of December 2018, the following airlines have regular scheduled service to Bujumbura International Airport.

Passenger Flights

There are eight airlines serving the Melchior Ndadaye International Airport:

  • Ethiopian Airlines: to Europe, Asia, Africa North America (Washington D.C. & Toronto Pearson) via Addis-Ababa.
  • Air Burundi: serving the Great Lake Region (Entebbe, Kilimanjaro & Kigali).
  • Kenya Airways: to Europe, Asia & Africa via Nairobi.
  • Interlink Airlines: Cape Town & Kruger National Park via Johannesburg. Jeddah (KSA),
  • RwandAir: to Kenya (Nairobi), Uganda (Entebbe), Tanzania (Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam), Zambia (Lusaka) South Africa (Johannesburg) via Kigali.
  • Brussels Airlines: Africa, Europe, Asia, North & Latin America via Brussels.
  • Air Tanzania: to/from Dar es Salaam
  • Uganda Airlines: to/from Entebbe International Airport

Cargo

BruCargo Airfreight link

Ethiopian Airlines Cargo link

The surface, strength and general condition of the parking area are good. There is enough lighting and the markings are clear. Expansion and runway rehabilitation work has been undertaken and the taxiing and parking areas can accommodate up to 5 large aircraft and 10 smaller aircraft. Access to fuel and unloading is good. There is no specified notice required for unscheduled aircraft, but 48 hrs. would be reasonable, depending on the nature of the landing.


Airport Location and Contacts
Country Burundi
Province / District Bujumbura
Closest Town or City Bujumbura (7 km)
Airport's Complete Name Melchior Ndadaye International Airport
Latitude -3.324297
Longitude 29.31852
Elevation 2,582 ft / 787 m
IATA Code BJM
ICAO Code HBBA
Managing Company or Airport Authority Burundian Civil Aviation Authority
Management Contact Person

BP 694, Bujumbura, Burundi

+257 22 22 37 97

Open from 24 H
Open to 24 H

For information on Burundi Bujumbura contact details, please see the following link:  4.4 Burundi Airport Company Contact List

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

For information on Burundi Bujumbura contact details, please see the following link:  4.4 Burundi Airport Company Contact List

Information on some aviation service providers can be found atAZ Freight Information on Burundi

Runways

Runway #1

Runway Dimensions

3,600 m x 45 m

Orientation

17/35

Surface

All weather asphalt to ICAO standards.

Helipads

UN integrated mission in Burundi (BINUB) has constructed helipads next to Bujumbura airport and are being used by UN helicopters.

Helipad #1

Present (Yes / No)

Yes

Largest helicopter that can land

MI26 (No limit)

Width and Length (metres)

There’s a designated area for helicopters

Surface

Asphalt

Airport Infrastructure Details

Customs

Yes

JET A-1 fuel

Yes

Immigration

Yes

AVGAS 100

n/a

Terminal Building

Yes

Single Point Refueling

Yes

Passenger Terminal

Yes

Air Starter Units

Yes

Cargo terminal

Yes

Ground Power (mobile)

Yes

Pax transport to airfield

Yes

Ground Handling Services

Yes

Control Tower

Yes

Latrine Servicing

Yes

Weather Facilities

Yes

Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)

Yes

Catering Services

Yes

De-icing Equipment

n/a

Base Operating Room

n/a

Parking Ramp Lighting

Yes

Airport Radar

Yes

Approach & Runway Lights

Yes

NDB

Yes

VOR

Yes

ILS

Yes



Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

 Performance for 2019

Annual Figures

Monthly

Daily

Total aircraft movements

4398

366

12

Total passengers *

229,333

19,111

628

Total capacity of the airport (metric tons)

48,000 MT

4,000

132

Current activity of the airport (metric tons) **

2,326

194

6.3

Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS)

n/a

n/a

n/a

*: 130,627 pax arrivals / 98,706 pax departure

**: Cargo on arrival 2,104 mt / cargo on departure 221 mt

For more information please consult the following link (Banque de la Republique du Burundi)

Storage Facilities

Total storage space is 2,006 m2

Airfield Costs

SOBUGEA (Société Burundaise de Gestion Aéroportuaire) is the only cargo handling agent at the airport. The state-owned company owns several forklifts, as well as enough gangways, auxiliary power units and other ground equipment that can support aircraft. SN Brussels, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, and Rwandair Express are the main airlines currently using the Bujumbura International airport.

 Fuel Services Charges

Airport has an underground pipeline linking it to INTERPETROL fuel tanks, based on location (just a few meters away). INTERPETROL is the only company undertaking refueling at the airport.

Cargo Terminal Charges

 Import

Rate US$ / kg

Handling Charge per kg

n/a

Break Bulk Fee

n/a

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

Strong Room – per consignment

n/a

Cold Storage Fee

n/a

Delivery outside normal working hours

n/a

Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt

n/a

Storage per kg per day – Grace period? hours

n/a

Export

Rate US$ / kg

Handling charges – Unpalletized cargo

n/a

Handling charges with Forklift

Forklift rent= n/a

Handling:

1-500kg= n/a

501-1000kg= n/a

1001-2000kg= n/a

2001-3000kg= n/a

3001-4000kg= n/a

4001-5000kg= n/a

Above 5000kg = n/a

International Air Waybill

n/a

Local Air Waybill

n/a

Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation

n/a

Air Way Bill Documentation

n/a

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

Storage charges per kg per day

n/a

*Charges are correct as of May 2014

For information on Burundi Airports Charges, please see the following document:  Burundi Airports Charges

Air-bridge Charges

Not available

Security


Good security; no major incident of robbery reported in many years and no sporadic rebel attacks at the airport since more than 2 years. Police Officers are present at the departure and arrival hall: both areas are fitted with scanning devices, in addition to close circuit cameras installed at strategic points. Also, Army personnel can be seen around the airport.


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