How many flights from New York to Buffalo are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 41.7% of flights from New York to Buffalo were non-stop. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route opt for direct flights.

How long does it take to fly from New York to Buffalo?

The typical direct flight from New York to Buffalo has a median duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 484 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 6 hours and 42 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for New York to Buffalo flights?

Given that flight deals for the New York to Buffalo route are classified as frequent across the trailing 30 days, setting a price alert could be beneficial. This suggests that prices for this route tend to fluctuate, and alerts can help travelers identify opportune moments to book. Monitoring prices can potentially lead to securing better fares.

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August 5 - August 11

Cheapest

LGA - Buffalo

$252

$171

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November 14 - November 17

Best

EWR - Buffalo

$255

$187

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August 11 - August 12

JFK - Buffalo

$189

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August 4 - August 13

Earliest

JFK - Buffalo

$166

$192

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August 18 - August 20

JFK - Buffalo

$186

$192

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September 2 - September 8

JFK - Buffalo

$200

$192

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September 1 - September 8

JFK - Buffalo

$200

$192

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October 29 - October 31

EWR - Buffalo

$238

$192

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August 25 - August 29

JFK - Buffalo

$180

$193

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August 17 - August 25

JFK - Buffalo

$166

$193

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New York to Buffalo: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Buffalo

Right now, the cheapest flights from New York to Buffalo typically range from $172–$440, with a median fare of $269. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers.

For travelers seeking the cheapest time to fly from New York to Buffalo, the data indicates that December, November, and January are the most affordable months, each with a median fare of $144. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from New York to Buffalo takes about 1h 30m, including itineraries with connections. While a meaningful share of recent fares are non-stop, the remaining itineraries typically involve 1 stopover. Non-stop flights also have a median duration of 1h 30m, whereas connecting flights have a median duration of 10h 17m.

The distance between New York and Buffalo is approximately 484 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times and makes it a convenient travel option.

How much is a round trip from New York to Buffalo

Regular price: $141 - $235

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

The regular price range for flights from New York to Buffalo is $141 to $235. The current lowest deal is $139 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Sep 5-Sep 8.

now $139

Low $141

High $235

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Buffalo

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to BUF is February, with a median price of $121. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $443. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $121

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $443

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Direct flights from New York to Buffalo

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from New York to Buffalo

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Buffalo

New York (EWR) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$376

$270

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Buffalo

New York (JFK) - Buffalo (BUF)

JetBlue Airways

$316

$246

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Buffalo

New York (JFK) - Buffalo (BUF)

JetBlue Airways

$309

$247

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Buffalo

New York (JFK) - Buffalo (BUF)

JetBlue Airways

$358

$270

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Buffalo

New York (LGA) - Buffalo (BUF)

American Airlines

$364

$297

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Buffalo

New York (LGA) - Buffalo (BUF)

United Airlines

$337

$252

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Buffalo

4 nights

Jul 19 - Jul 23

$472 → $338

28%

4 nights

Jul 20 - Jul 24

$472 → $342

27%

4 nights

Jul 23 - Jul 27

$470 → $342

27%

3 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 24

$473 → $347

27%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Buffalo

New York - Buffalo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for NYC to BUF are above the typical level at a median of $269.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from NYC to BUF, at a median of $121.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

The median flight duration for a direct flight from NYC to BUF is 1h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 41.7% of flights from NYC to BUF are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

JetBlue Airways offers direct flights

JetBlue Airways provides direct flights on the NYC to BUF route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from NYC to BUF are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a good option for flights from New York to Buffalo.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$130

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport is a convenient choice for travelers flying from New York to Buffalo.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$189

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Buffalo.

📍 ~80 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$290

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport provides another option for flights from New York to Buffalo.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$149

Buffalo main airports to arrive at

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for reaching Buffalo and the surrounding region.

📍 ~15 km from Buffalo city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$130

Airports nearby Buffalo used as alternative

Greater Rochester International (ROC)

Cheapest

Greater Rochester International is a practical domestic alternative due to its proximity and lack of border requirements.

📍 ~100 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Toronto Pearson International is a major international hub offering significantly more global destinations than Buffalo.

📍 ~150 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Niagara Falls International (IAG)

Niagara Falls International is convenient for specific low-cost carrier routes and is very close to Buffalo.

📍 ~30 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$364

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City is convenient for regional travel to Eastern Canada and select US cities.

📍 ~160 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Syracuse Hancock International (SYR)

Syracuse Hancock International is a reliable domestic alternative, useful if other airports experience delays.

📍 ~240 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Buffalo

Buffalo, United States

33% AI deal score

$722

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Buffalo

Historically, the best prices for flights from New York to Buffalo are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During the trailing 90 days, the average price for this booking window was $210. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw a significantly higher average price of $615. Prices tend to increase again for bookings made 14-27 days out, averaging $362, and for those made 28-59 days in advance, averaging $387.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New York to Buffalo was considered to be $172 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed. The median price for this route over the same period was $269, while prices in the upper quartile were around $440.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Buffalo are December, November, and January, all with a median price of $144. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, is $269. While December is listed as one of the cheapest months, it also represents the most expensive month, suggesting price variability.

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