Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $269.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Buffalo?

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

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Buffalo on average per week?

3 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Buffalo as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Buffalo?

Detroit (DTW) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 43m.

What airlines fly to Buffalo?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Buffalo from San Francisco according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Buffalo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Buffalo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport are updated daily.

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

As of November 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Buffalo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Buffalo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Buffalo?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Buffalo from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to Buffalo in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $320.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Buffalo?

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 $370. Flights from San Francisco to Buffalo on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $539. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Buffalo?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Buffalo when you can find flight prices for as low as $402. Flying to Buffalo in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Buffalo, so prices are often more expensive at around $492 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Buffalo from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Buffalo for around $360 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Buffalo from San Francisco for as low as $298 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Buffalo flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Buffalo flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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A flight from San Francisco to Buffalo will travel around 2292.1 mi. 6h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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As of November 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Buffalo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Buffalo Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Buffalo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Buffalo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Buffalo?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Buffalo is American Airlines (30% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Delta (23%), United Airlines (17%), and Southwest (17%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $136	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,113 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $150	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,906 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $223	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,236 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights

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The lowest priced Southwest flight from San Francisco to Buffalo from the last 72 hours was $250. Generally, Southwest has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $371. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Buffalo?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Buffalo from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to Buffalo in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $320.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Buffalo?

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How have San Francisco to Buffalo flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Buffalo flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Buffalo?

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

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Buffalo?

Detroit (DTW) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $269.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 43m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Buffalo?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Buffalo on average per week?

3 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Buffalo as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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