How many flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 0.9% of flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles were non-stop. This indicates that direct flights are not common for this route. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning this journey.

What's the flight time from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight time from Buffalo to Los Angeles is 5 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of 3561 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 10 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their itinerary, as connecting flights can significantly increase travel time.

How often do Buffalo to Los Angeles flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Buffalo to Los Angeles route experience regular drops. This indicates that price fluctuations are a consistent feature of this route. Travelers may find opportunities to secure better deals by monitoring prices over time. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Buffalo to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Most itineraries for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles connect at least once, with only 0.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For those connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles are rare, you'll generally find options that include at least one layover to reach your destination.

When looking for cheap flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles, fares typically range from $422–$689, with a median price of $557. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and about 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles is typically in August, with a median fare of $301. September also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $302. Following these, October presents another option with a median fare of $518, making these months generally more affordable for this route.

A typical journey from Buffalo to Los Angeles takes about 5h 39m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover. The distance covered on this route is approximately 3561 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Regular price: $287 - $505

Prices for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles is between $287 and $505. The current lowest deal is $265 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Nov 16-Dec 7.

now $265

Low $287

High $505

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles is August, with a median price of $302. The most expensive month to fly is March, with a median price of $1134. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $302

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,134

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$595

$583

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$565

$452

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

American Airlines

$507

$446

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$354

$256

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$353

$256

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$393

$259

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

1 night

Jan 20 - Jan 21

$441 → $224

49%

3 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 21

$441 → $224

49%

2 nights

Jan 21 - Jan 23

$446 → $248

44%

4 nights

Jan 21 - Jan 25

$445 → $248

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Buffalo - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Buffalo to Los Angeles are near the typical level of $557.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $301.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 39m

The median flight time for direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles is 5h 39m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 90% of routes, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct deals

JetBlue Airways has offered 1 direct deal on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles.

📍 ~13 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major gateway for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$217

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for travelers heading to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$352

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles is typically 14-27 days before departure. Flights booked within this window have an average price of $301. Booking too early or too late can result in higher prices; for example, flights booked 7-13 days out average $811, while those booked 28-59 days out average $649. This trend has been observed across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles is considered to be $422 or less. The median price for this route has been $557. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals being $689 or less. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $422 threshold to secure a favorable rate.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles are August and September. In August, the median flight price was $301, and in September, it was $302. October also offered relatively lower prices with a median of $518, though it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $557.

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Buffalo to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Regular price: $287 - $505

Prices for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles is between $287 and $505. The current lowest deal is $265 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Nov 16-Dec 7.

now $265

Low $287

High $505

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles

August

Cheapest

Flights from $302

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,134

Jan

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$595

$583

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$565

$452

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

American Airlines

$507

$446

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$354

$256

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$353

$256

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Los Angeles

Buffalo (BUF) - Los Angeles (LAX)

JetBlue Airways

$393

$259

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles

1 night

Jan 20 - Jan 21

$441 → $224

49%

3 nights

Jan 18 - Jan 21

$441 → $224

49%

2 nights

Jan 21 - Jan 23

$446 → $248

44%

4 nights

Jan 21 - Jan 25

$445 → $248

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles