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

• Earliest: departs at 10:00 am and lands at 11:44 am
• Latest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 11:59 am.

The flight takes about 1h 44m.

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

A direct flight from Raleigh to Buffalo takes 1h 44m, covering 1,263 km.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Buffalo range from C$ 300 to C$ 483, with an average of C$ 395 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 300 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the C$ 395 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 354 round-trip, compared to C$ 375 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

Frontier is the only airline operating Raleigh to Buffalo flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

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.

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

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 390 to C$ 1,271. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Raleigh to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 208, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

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 Raleigh to Buffalo route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 30m.

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

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) – 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Raleigh to Buffalo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 313 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 428, a difference of C$ 115.

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

Only Frontier operates flights between Raleigh and Buffalo.

Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 4h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 09m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

Among airlines operating Raleigh to Buffalo flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Frontier: 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.

An easy way to go from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to downtown Buffalo is by driving, as it usually takes between 15 and 20 minutes. Otherwise, you can take public transportation, including bus line 24. With the bus, you will arrive in the city center in around 40 minutes.

For flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), you will typically not be able to check a bag for free. Instead, you will be required to pay an extra fee. Frontier Airlines has a maximum weight of 50 lbs.

American Airlines is considered to be especially sustainable. The company has been consistently replacing its fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft, for instance. It has also made it a goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. On its flights, American Airlines has been working to reduce the amount of single-use plastic, particularly for packaging.

If you fly with American Airlines, you will receive a free light snack and drink during your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). You may have the option of purchasing additional drinks and snacks during your trip, which is also the case for other airlines, like Frontier Airlines.