Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (BJM) Arrivals and Departures

Melchior Ndadaye International Airport FAQs

• How far is Melchior Ndadaye International Airport(BJM) from downtown?

  Melchior Ndadaye International Airport(BJM) is about 2.56 km from downtown.

• How many flights per day fly out of BJM?

  On average, Melchior Ndadaye International Airport(BJM) has 1 departure flight(s) each day.

• What airlines fly out of Melchior Ndadaye International Airport?

  Airlines operating at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport include: Rwandair, Ethiopian Airlines, and Uganda Airlines.

• How long does it usually take to go through immigration after arriving at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport?

  For international flight passengers, it usually takes about one hour to complete immigration procedures and collect luggage at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport. For domestic flights, no immigration procedures are required at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport, so the time will be shorter.

• How much time should I reserve between two connecting flights at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport?

  It is recommended to reserve at least two and a half hours for connecting flights, especially when transferring to an international flight. Connecting flights may require going through customs, collecting luggage, and checking in for the next flight. In addition, you may need to go to another terminal or the travel time within Melchior Ndadaye International Airport may be longer than expected—these factors must be taken into account.

• How early should I arrive Melchior Ndadaye International Airport before my flight?

  If you are taking a domestic flight, check-in and baggage check services usually close one hour before the scheduled departure time. For long-haul international flights, these services close one and a half hours before the scheduled departure time. It is recommended to arrive at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport two to three hours before takeoff.

• What to do if my flight is cancelled?

  If you haven't arrived at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport yet, you can use Trip.com to select the itinerary you need to modify and see if you can take the next flight or apply for a refund. When submitting, if the modification/refund fee shows $0, it means the order meets the airline's modification or refund policy. Please confirm whether to proceed with the modification or refund, as once submitted with a clear fee, it cannot be reversed. If you are already in the departure hall of Melchior Ndadaye International Airport, please go to the airline's counter and communicate directly with the staff.