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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 241
Typical prices: C$ 239-C$ 436
Frontier
Tue 23/10Sat 27/10
BUF - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 343
Typical prices: C$ 239-C$ 435
Delta
Sun 2/12Sun 9/12
BUF - JFK • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, JetBlue, and others. Average duration is 1h 32m.
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 245 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to New York (BUF-NYC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to New York

Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Frontier Logo
1:44 p.m. - 10:33 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-EWR Newark
20h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
10:14 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.EWR  Newark-BUF Buffalo
15h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 241Frontier
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Frontier Logo
1:44 p.m. - 8:59 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-BUF Buffalo
19h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 313Frontier
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
JetBlue Logo
7:30 a.m. - 12:27 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 57m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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3:45 p.m. - 8:12 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
4h 27m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 343JetBlue
Tue, 15 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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7:30 a.m. - 12:27 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 57m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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3:45 p.m. - 8:12 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
4h 27m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 343JetBlue
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Delta Logo
7:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 40mdirect
Delta Logo
10:30 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 45mdirect
C$ 343Delta
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Delta Logo
7:49 p.m. - 9:29 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 40mdirect
Delta Logo
8:56 a.m. - 10:38 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 42mdirect
C$ 356Delta
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
American Airlines Logo
6:08 a.m. - 7:27 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 19mdirect
American Airlines Logo
9:06 a.m. - 10:38 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-BUF Buffalo
1h 32mdirect
C$ 387American Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
American Airlines Logo
6:08 a.m. - 7:27 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-LGA New York LaGuardia
1h 19mdirect
American Airlines Logo
8:59 p.m. - 10:24 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-BUF Buffalo
1h 25mdirect
C$ 387American Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
United Airlines Logo
10:51 a.m. - 12:29 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-EWR Newark
1h 38mdirect
United Airlines Logo
9:20 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.EWR  Newark-BUF Buffalo
1h 39mdirect
C$ 415United Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
United Airlines Logo
7:42 p.m. - 9:16 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-EWR Newark
1h 34mdirect
United Airlines Logo
9:29 p.m. - 11:11 p.m.EWR  Newark-BUF Buffalo
1h 42mdirect
C$ 415United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Buffalo to New York flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to New York?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New York start at C$ 241. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 239 to C$ 436. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 241 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Buffalo to New York flight route?

Buffalo (BUF) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) is the cheapest Buffalo to New York route, averaging C$ 289 round-trip. Other Buffalo to New York routes average C$ 363, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to New York?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to New York and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to New York?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to New York at C$ 265 round-trip.
  • March (C$ 352) and August (C$ 351) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Buffalo to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to New York are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Buffalo to New York

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jennifer Bain

Jennifer Bain

Expert on BUF

Jennifer Bain is a Canadian travel writer who takes at least 50 flights a year and has proudly visited all 13 of Canada's provinces and territories. She is a former newspaper travel editor who has written three travel books. Jennifer is the Canada editor for U.S.-based National Parks Traveler and freelances for numerous other outlets.

Key details for Buffalo to New York flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 139
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Buffalo to New York

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Your Buffalo to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Buffalo to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating Buffalo to New York flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Buffalo to New York?

    4 airlines operate flights between Buffalo and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to New York?

    Flights from Buffalo to New York usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Buffalo to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JetBlue: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to New York?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to New York:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Buffalo to New York?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 245 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to C$ 321 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Buffalo to New York?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to New York pass through?

    One-stop flights from Buffalo to New York most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to New York?

    On the Buffalo to New York route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 308 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 374 – a C$ 67 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Buffalo to New York spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Buffalo to New York flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 27%, Afternoon flights for 22%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Buffalo to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Buffalo to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 7:02 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:55 pm and lands at 11:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 32m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Buffalo to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 28% above the route average of C$ 322. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Buffalo to New York take?

    A direct flight from Buffalo to New York takes 1h 32m, covering 743 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to New York?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to New York changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 241 to C$ 1,466. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 173, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Buffalo to New York?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 42m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 01m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What car rental options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around C$ 29:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around C$ 22:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around C$ 39:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to New York flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to New York range from C$ 239 to C$ 436, with an average of C$ 322 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 239 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Buffalo to New York flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Buffalo to New York flights:

    • • JetBlue
    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to New York flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 308 – about C$ 67 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to New York trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 265 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 87 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 245 round-trip on this route – about C$ 77 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Buffalo to New York?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Buffalo Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Buffalo to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to Buffalo

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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