Flying from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) taking off from either of these.
1 hour 28 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Buffalo (where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located) and New York share the UTC-4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), with 65 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to BUF is the 06:25 jetBlue option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 22:40 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to BUF.
If you're getting away during a popular month like August, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get to your destination in one go from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) operate from here.
United is a popular airline that offers direct flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport departing from EWR.
From central New York, EWR is around 24 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has direct flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF).
You can pick from a range of airlines that operate direct flights from New York to BUF departing from JFK. Jet off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from New York to BUF? Kick back in a hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Reserve a hotel near BUF if you're catching a late flight from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, R 976 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 1,952. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
We recommend booking 8 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from New York to BUF around that time.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
May is the quietest time to travel to Buffalo. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from New York to BUF in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Buffalo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buffalo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Buffalo Niagara International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Buffalo is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Buffalo City Hall, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Canalside.
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