Can I fly direct from Buffalo to Tampa?

Direct flights from Buffalo to Tampa are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 18.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically encounter two stopovers.

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

The direct flight from Buffalo to Tampa typically takes around 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 1699 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, have a significantly longer median duration, typically taking about 6 hours and 12 minutes. This difference in flight time is due to the additional stop and layover.

Should I set a price alert for Buffalo to Tampa flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Buffalo to Tampa are considered frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations occur regularly on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare.

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Buffalo to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Most itineraries for flights from Buffalo to Tampa connect at least once, with only 18.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For those connecting, the typical journey involves 2 stopovers. This means you'll frequently find yourself with connecting flights when searching for cheap flights from Buffalo to Tampa.

A typical journey from Buffalo to Tampa takes approximately 2h 48m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Tampa? You'll find the lowest median fares in March, with prices averaging around $172. Other budget-friendly months include November, where the median fare is $200, and August, with a median of $206. Planning your trip during these months can help you secure more affordable travel.

Fares for this route typically range from $213–$405, with a median price of $277. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, making it a favorable time to book. Approximately 23% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are available if you keep an eye out. New deals appear almost daily, so frequent checks can be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Tampa

Regular price: $307 - $417

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

The regular price range for this route is between $307 and $417. The current lowest deal is $248 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 25-Sep 28.

now $248

Low $307

High $417

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

The cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Tampa is March, with a median price of $172. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $809. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $172

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $809

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Tampa

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$247

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$265

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$197

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

2 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 11

$290 → $113

61%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$334 → $157

53%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$328 → $159

51%

5 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 18

$288 → $121

58%

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Buffalo - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Buffalo to Tampa are below the typical level, with 23% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

March, November, and August offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, March ($172), November ($200), and August ($206) offer the cheapest flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 48m; connecting flights average 6h 38m.

The median flight time for direct routes is 2h 48m, while connecting flights average 6h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Only 18.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route.

Southwest Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct service from Buffalo to Tampa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are frequent.

Deals for flights from Buffalo to Tampa appear frequently, so check often for good prices.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Tampa.

📍 ~13 km from Buffalo (reachable by car or taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Buffalo to Tampa.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Cheapest

Orlando International is a major international hub with significantly more flight options and often lower fares.

📍 ~135 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$128

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Buffalo to Tampa is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $247. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $294. For those booking more than 60 days out, prices have historically been higher, averaging around $446.

Across the trailing quarter, a fare of $213 or less from Buffalo to Tampa is considered a good price. The median price for this route was $277 during the same period. Prices historically range, with 75% of fares observed being $405 or less.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Tampa, with a median price of $172. Other historically inexpensive months include November and August, with median prices of $200 and $206, respectively. The annual median price for this route is typically $277.

Buffalo to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Tampa

Regular price: $307 - $417

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

The regular price range for this route is between $307 and $417. The current lowest deal is $248 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 25-Sep 28.

now $248

Low $307

High $417

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

March

Cheapest

Flights from $172

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $809

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Tampa

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$247

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$265

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$192

One-way

Wed, Sep 30

⌛ Last-Minute

BUF - Tampa

Buffalo (BUF) - Tampa (TPA)

Frontier Airlines

$320

$197

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

2 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 11

$290 → $113

61%

2 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 4

$334 → $157

53%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$328 → $159

51%

5 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 18

$288 → $121

58%

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

Buffalo - Tampa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Buffalo to Tampa are below the typical level, with 23% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

March, November, and August offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, March ($172), November ($200), and August ($206) offer the cheapest flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 48m; connecting flights average 6h 38m.

The median flight time for direct routes is 2h 48m, while connecting flights average 6h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Only 18.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route.

Southwest Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct service from Buffalo to Tampa.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are frequent.

Deals for flights from Buffalo to Tampa appear frequently, so check often for good prices.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Tampa.

📍 ~13 km from Buffalo (reachable by car or taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Buffalo to Tampa.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Orlando International (MCO)

Cheapest

Orlando International is a major international hub with significantly more flight options and often lower fares.

Tampa, United States

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$1,730

$1,052

Save $678

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Today’s best flight deals from Buffalo to Tampa

Buffalo to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Tampa

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

Direct flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Tampa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

Buffalo - Tampa route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

March, November, and August offer the lowest median prices.

Direct flights take 2h 48m; connecting flights average 6h 38m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route.

Deals for this route are frequent.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tampa

Best Elite deals to Tampa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

What's a cheap fare from Buffalo to Tampa?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Buffalo to Tampa?

Can I fly direct from Buffalo to Tampa?

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

Should I set a price alert for Buffalo to Tampa flights?

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Buffalo to Tampa: Overview

Insights for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

How much is a round trip from Buffalo to Tampa

The cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

Direct flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Last-minute flights going from Buffalo to Tampa

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Popular Airports to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

Buffalo - Tampa route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

March, November, and August offer the lowest median prices.

Direct flights take 2h 48m; connecting flights average 6h 38m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route.

Deals for this route are frequent.

Buffalo main airports to depart from

Tampa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tampa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tampa

Best Elite deals to Tampa

Nov 13

Nov 13

Sep 29

Oct 01

Oct 15

Oct 10

Dec 03

Nov 17

Oct 01

Feb 23

Oct 13

Nov 18

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tampa

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

What's a cheap fare from Buffalo to Tampa?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Buffalo to Tampa?