Are there direct flights from Tampa to Buffalo?

Direct flights from Tampa to Buffalo are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total flights. Historically, approximately 8.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stops, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Tampa to Buffalo?

A direct flight from Tampa to Buffalo typically takes approximately 2 hours and 48 minutes. This covers a distance of 1699 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging around 7 hours and 1 minute. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Tampa to Buffalo have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a good fare. Given the consistent availability of deals across the trailing 30 days, alerts can help you track price changes and potentially find a more economical option for your trip.

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2026-10-08 – 2026-11-07
TPA - Buffalo
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Tampa to Buffalo: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Buffalo

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Tampa to Buffalo connect at least once, with only 8.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter at least one layover when flying this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Buffalo, December stands out with a median fare of just $155. Following closely, November offers a median fare of $164, and October presents a median of $187. These months represent the most budget-friendly options for this route.

A typical journey from Tampa to Buffalo takes approximately 9h 34m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most flights on this route involve at least one stopover. The total distance covered on this route is 1699 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

Fares for flights from Tampa to Buffalo typically range from $269–$561, with a median price of $405. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Buffalo

Regular price: $270 - $367

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Buffalo is $270-$367. The current lowest deal is $135 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $135

Low $270

High $367

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Buffalo

The cheapest month to fly from TPA to BUF is December, with a median price of $155. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $532. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $155

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $532

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Direct flights from Tampa to Buffalo

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tampa to Buffalo

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$282

$194

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$259

$169

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$327

$182

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$324

$233

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$324

$212

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

TPA - Buffalo

Tampa (TPA) - Buffalo (BUF)

Frontier Airlines

$321

$166

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$353 → $154

56%

3 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 29

$355 → $160

55%

1 night

Sep 26 - Sep 27

$356 → $161

55%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$352 → $158

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Tampa to Buffalo

Tampa - Buffalo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Tampa to Buffalo are above the typical level at $135.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $155.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 9h 34m

The typical flight duration with stopovers from Tampa to Buffalo is 9h 34m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 8.5% of recent flights from Tampa to Buffalo are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one airline offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Tampa to Buffalo are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Tampa main airports to depart from

Tampa International (TPA)

Cheapest

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a convenient option for flights from Tampa to Buffalo.

📍 ~10 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$172

St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) offers another departure choice for your trip to Buffalo.

📍 ~25 km from Tampa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$307

Buffalo main airports to arrive at

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~14 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$173

Airports nearby Buffalo used as alternative

Greater Rochester International (ROC)

Greater Rochester International Airport is a practical domestic alternative due to its proximity and similar flight network.

📍 ~110 km from Buffalo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Buffalo

78% AI deal score

$1,385

$954

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Buffalo

Historically, purchasing tickets 60+ days in advance has typically offered the lowest average prices for flights from Tampa to Buffalo. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for tickets bought in this window was around $225. In contrast, tickets purchased 14-27 days out saw average prices climb to approximately $402. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, averaged around $277, indicating that planning ahead can lead to more favorable fares.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Tampa to Buffalo is considered to be around $269 or less. The median price for this route was $405, indicating that many travelers paid more. Fares exceeding $561 were in the higher price range during this period, so finding a ticket at or below $269 represents a notable saving.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Tampa to Buffalo, with a median price of $155. November also offered favorable prices, with a median of $164. October, while still relatively inexpensive compared to the annual median of $405, had a median price of $187. These months typically present better value for travelers on this route.

Tampa to Buffalo: Overview

Insights for flights from Tampa to Buffalo

How much is a round trip from Tampa to Buffalo

Regular price: $270 - $367

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Tampa to Buffalo is $270-$367. The current lowest deal is $135 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $135

Low $270

High $367

The cheapest time to fly from Tampa to Buffalo

December

Cheapest

Flights from $155

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $532

Jan

Feb

Mar

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