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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 276
Typical prices: C$ 275-C$ 447
Frontier
Sun 25/11Sun 2/12
BUF - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 143
Typical prices: C$ 178-C$ 320
Frontier
Tue 11/12
BUF - RDU • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 304 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Raleigh (BUF-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Raleigh

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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9:20 p.m. - 8:57 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 37m1 stop Orlando
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7:09 a.m. - 12:19 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 276Frontier
2 days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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1:54 p.m. - 12:27 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:09 a.m. - 12:19 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 290Frontier
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
American Airlines Logo
7:26 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
9:08 a.m. - 5:03 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
C$ 358American Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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5:28 a.m. - 1:22 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
9:08 a.m. - 5:03 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 55m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
C$ 358American Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Delta Logo
12:15 p.m. - 4:42 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
11h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National New York LaGuardia
C$ 375Delta
12 hours ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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2:10 p.m. - 7:05 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 382JetBlue
12 hours ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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9:20 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:00 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 20m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 382JetBlue
12 hours ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Southwest Logo
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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1:50 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 397Southwest
1 day ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec
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3:55 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:20 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
8h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
C$ 397Southwest
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
Delta Logo
2:06 p.m. - 7:22 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 16m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
3:34 p.m. - 11:10 p.m.RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BUF Buffalo
7h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 399Delta
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Buffalo to Raleigh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Raleigh typically range from C$ 275 to C$ 447. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 276, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Raleigh. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Raleigh?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Raleigh at C$ 288 round-trip.
•August (C$ 432) and September (C$ 418) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Buffalo to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to Raleigh are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Buffalo to Raleigh flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 143
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Raleigh

When to book flights from Buffalo to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Buffalo to Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:42 pm and lands at 7:28 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:47 pm and lands at 8:33 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 46m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Raleigh.

  • How long does a flight from Buffalo to Raleigh take?

    A direct flight from Buffalo to Raleigh takes 1h 46m, covering 1,263 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Raleigh?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Raleigh range from C$ 275 to C$ 447, with an average of C$ 343 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 275 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Buffalo to Raleigh flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the C$ 343 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct and layover fares are close on average, with direct at C$ 294 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at C$ 304.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 77–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Buffalo to Raleigh?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Raleigh 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$ 276 to C$ 1,808. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Raleigh are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 216.

  • What car rental options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Raleigh usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Buffalo to Raleigh. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 295 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 404, a difference of C$ 109.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Buffalo to Raleigh?

    Only Frontier operates flights between Buffalo and Raleigh.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 40m, compared with 3h 53m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 4h via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center and William B. Umstead State Park. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Buffalo to Raleigh flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Raleigh 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 295, about C$ 109 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 288 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 144 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.

    • Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    • Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

Prefer to fly direct from Buffalo to Raleigh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Buffalo Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Buffalo to Raleigh-Durham

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Direct returns

Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo

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