How long does it take to fly to Buffalo?

On average, it takes 3h 50m to fly from Iowa to Buffalo if you fly out of Des Moines (the most popular airport in Iowa) and into Buffalo (the most popular airport in Buffalo). If you’re flying out of Waterloo and into Buffalo, then the flight time is around 3h 52m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Buffalo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Buffalo Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Buffalo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:48 pm - 11:50 pm

CID

BUF

6h 02m

1 stop

12:31 pm - 5:53 pm

BUF

CID

6h 22m

1 stop

$269American Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

12:45 pm - 8:29 pm

SUX

BUF

6h 44m

1 stop

6:00 am - 5:28 pm

BUF

SUX

12h 28m

2 stops

$274United Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31

12:45 pm - 10:31 pm

SUX

BUF

8h 46m

2 stops

6:00 am - 5:28 pm

BUF

SUX

12h 28m

2 stops

$279United Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31

6:25 am - 12:08 pm

CID

BUF

4h 43m

1 stop

6:32 pm - 11:43 pm

BUF

CID

6h 11m

1 stop

$279American Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31

5:33 am - 1:03 pm

CID

BUF

6h 30m

1 stop

5:44 pm - 10:43 pm

BUF

CID

5h 59m

2 stops

$329Delta

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

5:20 am - 1:55 pm

OMA

BUF

7h 35m

2 stops

2:40 pm - 11:20 pm

BUF

OMA

9h 40m

2 stops

$352Southwest

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26

5:25 am - 10:15 am

DSM

BUF

3h 50m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 11:20 pm

BUF

DSM

4h 30m

1 stop

$384Southwest

Thu, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 12

10:36 am - 4:59 pm

DSM

BUF

5h 23m

1 stop

6:15 am - 9:56 am

BUF

DSM

4h 41m

1 stop

$407Delta

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

9:53 am - 10:49 am

CID

BUF

23h 56m

1 stop

7:17 pm - 9:01 am

BUF

CID

14h 44m

1 stop

$440Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

9:53 am - 1:24 pm

CID

BUF

26h 31m

2 stops

7:17 pm - 9:01 am

BUF

CID

14h 44m

1 stop

$458Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 24

American Airlines flights from Iowa to Buffalo

Our best American Airlines deals on Iowa to Buffalo flight tickets

American Airlines

Feb 14

CID4:48 pmCedar Rapids

6h 02m

1 stop

BUF11:50 pmBuffalo

Feb 24

BUF12:31 pmBuffalo

6h 22m

1 stop

CID5:53 pmCedar Rapids

$269

American Airlines

Jan 27

CID6:25 amCedar Rapids

4h 43m

1 stop

BUF12:08 pmBuffalo

Jan 31

BUF6:32 pmBuffalo

6h 11m

1 stop

CID11:43 pmCedar Rapids

$279

American Airlines

Jan 27

MLI11:28 amMoline Quad-City

4h 07m

1 stop

BUF4:35 pmBuffalo

Jan 31

BUF12:58 pmBuffalo

10h 10m

2 stops

MLI10:08 pmMoline Quad-City

$284

United Airlines flights from Iowa to Buffalo

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United Airlines

Jan 27

SUX12:45 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

6h 44m

1 stop

BUF8:29 pmBuffalo

Jan 31

BUF6:00 amBuffalo

12h 28m

2 stops

SUX5:28 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

$274

United Airlines

Jan 27

SUX12:45 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

8h 46m

2 stops

BUF10:31 pmBuffalo

Jan 31

BUF6:00 amBuffalo

12h 28m

2 stops

SUX5:28 pmSioux City Sioux Gateway

$279

United Airlines

Jan 27

CID11:32 amCedar Rapids

4h 12m

1 stop

BUF4:44 pmBuffalo

Jan 31

BUF11:24 amBuffalo

11h 10m

2 stops

CID9:34 pmCedar Rapids

$284

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Cedar RapidsBuffalo

CID - BUF

CIDBUF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/14

4:48 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Buffalo

Tue 2/24

12:31 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$269

Sioux CityBuffalo

SUX - BUF

SUXBUF

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Tue 1/27

12:45 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Buffalo

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:28 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$274

Sioux CityBuffalo

SUX - BUF

SUXBUF

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Tue 1/27

12:45 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops8h 46m

Buffalo

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:28 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$279

Cedar RapidsBuffalo

CID - BUF

CIDBUF

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/27

6:25 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Buffalo

Sat 1/31

6:32 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$279

Cedar RapidsBuffalo

CID - BUF

CIDBUF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/14

5:33 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Buffalo

Tue 2/24

5:44 pm-10:43 pm

2 stops5h 59m

$329

OmahaBuffalo

OMA - BUF

OMABUF

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/19

5:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Buffalo

Thu 2/26

2:40 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$352

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

5:25 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 50m

Buffalo

Sun 4/12

7:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$384

Des MoinesBuffalo

DSM - BUF

DSMBUF

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

10:36 am-4:59 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Buffalo

Fri 3/6

6:15 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 41m

$407

Cedar RapidsBuffalo

CID - BUF

CIDBUF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/14

9:53 am-10:49 am

1 stop23h 56m

Buffalo

Tue 2/24

7:17 pm-9:01 am

1 stop14h 44m

$440

Cedar RapidsBuffalo

CID - BUF

CIDBUF

Cedar Rapids

Sat 2/14

9:53 am-1:24 pm

2 stops26h 31m

Buffalo

Tue 2/24

7:17 pm-9:01 am

1 stop14h 44m

$458

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Buffalo?

Frontier, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Buffalo

What airlines fly to Buffalo?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Buffalo from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Buffalo. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Buffalo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Fastest flight time	3h 44m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to Buffalo takes 3h 44m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to Buffalo. There are no popular flight routes from Iowa to Buffalo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Iowa to Buffalo Airport as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Buffalo Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Buffalo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Buffalo Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Buffalo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Buffalo

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Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,040 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,119 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $278	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,156 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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