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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 361
Typical prices: C$ 270-C$ 511
Frontier
Mon 15/1Thu 18/1
LGA - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 407
Typical prices: C$ 270-C$ 509
Delta
Sat 1/12Sun 2/12
LGA - BUF • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, JetBlue, and others. Average duration is 1h 36m.
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Cheapest • 16% average savings
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 402 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Buffalo (NYC-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Buffalo

Fri, 15 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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9:25 a.m. - 6:12 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-BUF Buffalo
8h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:38 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-LGA New York LaGuardia
25h 37m1 stop Orlando
C$ 361Frontier
3+ days ago
Tue, 15 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
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9:30 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
3h 50m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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8:00 p.m. - 9:29 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 29mdirect
C$ 396JetBlue
19 hours ago
Sun, 20 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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8:25 a.m. - 9:59 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 34mdirect
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9:00 a.m. - 12:46 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 46m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 396JetBlue
10 hours ago
Sat, 19 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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8:25 a.m. - 9:59 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 34mdirect
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10:50 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 09m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 396JetBlue
5 hours ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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10:15 p.m. - 11:47 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 32mdirect
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9:00 a.m. - 12:46 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 46m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 396JetBlue
18 hours ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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3:19 p.m. - 7:12 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
3h 53m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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9:00 a.m. - 12:46 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 46m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 396JetBlue
18 hours ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 2 Dec
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3:45 p.m. - 8:04 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
4h 19m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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2:10 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 40m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 406JetBlue
8 hours ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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5:00 p.m. - 6:33 p.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 33mdirect
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11:30 a.m. - 4:02 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 32m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 406JetBlue
5 hours ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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6:30 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
4h 10m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:30 a.m. - 4:02 p.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 32m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
C$ 406JetBlue
5 hours ago
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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8:58 a.m. - 10:43 a.m.JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BUF Buffalo
1h 45mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.BUF  Buffalo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 40mdirect
C$ 407Delta
1 day ago
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Buffalo typically range from C$ 270 to C$ 511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 361, on Frontier.

What is the cheapest New York to Buffalo flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Buffalo (BUF) is the cheapest New York to Buffalo route, averaging C$ 335 round-trip. Other New York to Buffalo routes average C$ 432, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Buffalo. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Buffalo at C$ 290 round-trip.
•August (C$ 427) and September (C$ 404) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York to Buffalo the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Buffalo are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% 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 New York to Buffalo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines, JetBlue and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and EWR

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Key details for New York to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 192
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Buffalo

When to book flights from New York to Buffalo

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:44 am and lands at 8:20 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 12:06 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 36m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from New York to Buffalo.

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

    A direct flight from New York to Buffalo takes 1h 36m, covering 743 km.

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

    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 New York to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Buffalo range from C$ 270 to C$ 511, with an average of C$ 369 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 270 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the C$ 369 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 368 round-trip, compared to C$ 402 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New York to Buffalo?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on New York to Buffalo flights are:

    • Delta: 85% on time
    • United Airlines: 83% on time
    • American Airlines: 80% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Buffalo flights, with 32% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Night flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 18%.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Buffalo 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$ 361 to C$ 1,403. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from New York to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 201, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?

    Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 114 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New York to Buffalo?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New York to Buffalo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Buffalo route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from New York to Buffalo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 352 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 414, a difference of C$ 62.

    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 New York to Buffalo?

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

    • Delta
    • JetBlue
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 4h 39m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 48m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

    Among airlines operating New York to Buffalo flights:

    • JetBlue: 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 include bags at no extra cost on New York to Buffalo 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

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

  • Are there transfers along the journey from New York to Buffalo?

    There is no airport transfer when traveling to Buffalo from New York. Airlines such as JetBlue and Endeavor Air DBA Delta Connection offer nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF).

  • Does New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) offer traveler's aid services?

    New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) has a welcome center and Traveler's Aid Volunteers office located at each terminal. The staff provides services to passengers who are lost or confused and those that have lost their airline tickets, deterring them from traveling. Some of the services offered include connecting lost individuals to their loved ones and providing temporary accommodation and food.

  • What ground transportation options are available at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)?

    Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) features multiple transportation options, including rental cars from brands like Alamo, Budget, Avis, and National. You can also opt to travel using shuttles, vans, or taxis from Airport Express, Act 1 Transportation, Buffalo Super Shuttle, and Community Transport Group.

  • Does Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) have special services for travelers with disabilities?

    Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) utilizes the Aira app to help people access airport information through their phones. The airport also features braille signage, electric carts, and companion care restrooms to help passengers with reduced mobility easily navigate the airport and enjoy a hassle-free trip.

  • Are there hotels that offer accommodation in or around Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)?

    Travelers can seek accommodation at the Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport hotel upon arrival at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle services, a bar, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Other available hotels at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) include the Courtyard by Marriott, Days Hotel by Wyndham, and the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott.

Your guide to booking New York to Buffalo 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 352, about C$ 62 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Buffalo trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 290 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 137 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 85% of Delta flights from New York to Buffalo arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 11m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Buffalo Airport.

    • Aloft Buffalo Airport
    • Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
    • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport
  • New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) offers weather-protected curbside areas for passengers and baggage conveniently located near the airline's entrance. They are available in every terminal.
  • If your devices run out of charge during the trip, Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) has you covered with power backup solutions. It features lounges with in-seat plugs and power charge poles generously distributed throughout the airport.
  • New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) features drinking fountains available throughout the airport where you can fetch water to refill your water bottle to keep you hydrated.
  • Hungry after the flight? Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) features an assortment of vending machines and restaurants, such as the Tim Hortons Cafe and Bake Shop, Queen City Kitchen, and the Coffee Beanery, which sells hot and cold drinks and accompaniments, such as pastries and sandwiches.
  • New York John F Kennedy International (JFK) has a pet relief area in every passenger terminal. The site is designated for traveling pets to wander, relax, and relieve themselves before the journey.
  • Enjoy your favorite shows and YouTube videos online with the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) complimentary Wi-Fi that allows travelers to access an unlimited 45min session of free Wi-Fi.

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Direct departures

New York to Buffalo

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Buffalo to New York

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Thursday

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Friday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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