Best One-Way Price | $57 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | $121 |
Fastest flight time | 1h 29m |
Operated By | 4 airlines |
CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Buffalo
Los Angeles (LAX) to Buffalo (BUF)
Typically, flights to Buffalo from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Buffalo, which has an average price of $372
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BUFFALO FROM LOS ANGELES | October | 34% cheaper | Flying from Los Angeles to Buffalo costs on average just $247 in October |
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BUFFALO FROM LOS ANGELES | July | 36% more expensive | It costs about $505 for flights to Buffalo from Los Angeles in July |
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BUFFALO FROM LOS ANGELES | July | 222% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Buffalo from Los Angeles in July than any other month |
Sitting on the shores of Lake Erie and along the banks of the Niagara River, Buffalo, NY looks out across the Canada / US border. The city is a popular destination for travelers who enjoy visiting historical sights, shopping, and culinary exploration. It’s also a great base from which to visit the world famous Niagara Falls. Buffalo is a city with definite seasons, so make sure you know what to expect when you visit, so you can be prepared with the right gear for the weather. Peak tourist season is during summer, and you can expect temperatures in July – August spiking to 70 – 85 degrees Fahrenheit, along with busy hotels and lineups at Buffalo’s popular attractions. Winter is relatively quiet, but bring your warmest clothing as the temperatures dip to an average high of 35 – 45 degrees Fahrenheit, and you may encounter significant snowfall. Spring and fall, the shoulder seasons, are probably the best time to visit Buffalo. With moderate temperatures and thinner crowds, you can expect to be comfortable, and you can find better prices on accommodation and flights.
$15 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Buffalo. This flight is from Dar Es Salaam and is 99% cheaper than most flights to Buffalo. To find the cheapest price to Buffalo from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Buffalo from United States during December instead. Flights to Buffalo in December, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $194.
The ideal time to book your flight to Buffalo is 60 days in advance when prices tend to average $238. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from United States for as low as $121.
Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Buffalo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $210. Flights from United States to Buffalo on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $292. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Buffalo when you can find flight prices for as low as $232. Flying to Buffalo in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Buffalo, so prices are often more expensive at around $279 per ticket.
Buffalo has a lot of good places to hike, such as Hunter Mountain Ski Resort. Many locals as well as tourists enjoy hiking the mountains near Buffalo, especially in the colder months for more of a challenge and some beautiful scenery. Hiking in the area is often enjoyed most when the weather begins warming up and the chance for rain is low. Considering this, it would be recommended to fly to Buffalo during August and to take advantage of the warmer weather and go for a hike. Hikers looking for a more family-friendly day in the great outdoors would be best suited to plan their flight to Buffalo for August, when they can visit Delaware Park and enjoy all that the park has to offer.
The best time to go skiing is usually when temperatures are low and chances of snow are high. The months of January and December are considered the best time for skiing in the Buffalo area. Hunter Mountain Ski Resort is a recommended mountain in the area. Many momondo users planning trips to multiple ski mountains or resorts in the Buffalo area will check out Holiday Valley Ski Area as well.
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Buffalo is possible. If you are planning a flight to Buffalo, consider booking flights to Niagara Falls Airport (16 mi from Buffalo city center), Jamestown Chautauqua County Airport (55 mi from Buffalo city center), Rochester Greater Rochester Intl Airport (63 mi from Buffalo city center), Bradford Airport (76 mi from Buffalo city center) or Erie Airport (86 mi from Buffalo city center).
The cheapest airport near Buffalo is typically Erie Airport with an average price of $679/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Buffalo from United States are American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue. There may also be other airline options depending on where in United States you’re flying from.
There are 26 United Airlines flights to Buffalo in a normal week. The most common departure point is Newark and the best United Airlines ticket price seen on momondo is $82 (last 72 hours, from Boston Logan Intl, to Buffalo). United Airlines has a score of 7.2 from 871 user reviews on momondo.
American Airlines flight deals to Buffalo start from $122 - this is the best price found recently on momondo, and was a round-trip journey departing from Boston Logan Intl. Over any normal week, American Airlines flight prices are typically higher, but vary depending on where you fly from - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular American Airlines departure point to Buffalo so generally has the most availability. American Airlines is scored a 7.1/10 in 735 reviews.
The airport is about 11 miles east of Downtown Buffalo, and is well-served by public transport.
Buses and shuttles
Regular metro bus route 24 travels to the city center in about 45 minutes and route 68, an express bus, makes the trip in about 25 minutes. The fare for either of these is $2.00 USD. You may also take the airport to downtown shuttle, route 204, an express bus with a 20-minute travel time, for $2.50 USD. It leaves from near the Arrivals entrance every 30 minutes on weekdays. Local hotels may offer free pick-up and drop-off at the airport, so be sure to ask when you are making reservations.
Taxis
If you prefer to travel by taxi, Airport Taxi Service is the only on-site taxi company; you can hail a cab at Arrivals level crosswalk 3. A typical fare from the airport to Downtown Buffalo is $45.00 USD – $50.00 USD.
Car rentals
You’ll find several major car rental companies across the roadway from baggage claim on the lower level of Arrivals. It is definitely worth checking for deals on car rentals with momondo.
The best way to get around in Buffalo NY is definitely by driving. Despite an abundance of one-way streets, the convenient grid system of roadways is well designed and easy to navigate. However, if you’d rather use public transport, the Niagara Frontier Transit Authority (NFTA) operates an extensive network of bus and light rail.
Public Transportation
Within the city, most major bus routes operate approximately every 15-20 minutes during the day, and 30-60 minutes apart in the evenings. The Metro Rail system runs from 6:00 am weekdays until midnight. One-way fares are $1.75 USD, but you might find it worth purchasing a day pass for $4.00 USD, which allows unlimited access to bus and rail. Passes are available from bus drivers or ticket vending machines at the rail stations.
Taxis
Taxis are available in Buffalo but, other than when you’re at the airport, you can’t hail one on the street, you must call for one in advance. Taxi rates are $2.30 USD for the first 1/6 mile, with $0.50 USD for each additional 1/6 mile, and $30.00 USD per hour waiting time.Uber and Lyft are now operating in Buffalo NY.
Bike share
Reddy bike share is a great option for those who want to get around on two wheels. Bikes are available at numerous hubs across the city. For visitors, your best option is the hourly pass, which charges an $8.50 USD activation fee, followed by $3.00 USD per hour.
Buffalo is one of the most northerly cities in the state of New York, with a storied naval history, and cultural influences from the Polish and German immigrants who settled here. Of course, the city has long been associated with the picturesque Niagara Falls, and any trip here is incomplete without a visit to this geographical wonder. Here are some of the highlights you may wish to see during your trip to Buffalo NY.
If you visit Buffalo during winter, it can be very cold and snowy. Make sure you bring appropriate clothing, and if you’re not used to driving in snow, you probably shouldn’t. Use taxis or public transport to get around.
Certain areas of Buffalo can be a bit sketchy, especially after dark. Stick to the tourist areas for safety.
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