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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo (SBA - BUF) from $230

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Buffalo (BUF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Round-trip from

$256

One-way from

$230
From Santa Barbara to Buffalo
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Santa Barbara to Buffalo. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Buffalo.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 40 days in advance, which can save you up to 90% on flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 40 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $358. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $425.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Buffalo. Flights to Buffalo from Santa Barbara in September are about $349 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $135.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to BUF?

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Barbara to Buffalo at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Santa Barbara to Buffalo flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Buffalo specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 7/164:11 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$466
Tue 7/166:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$491
Tue 7/166:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/188:00 amBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$496
Tue 7/164:11 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/311:55 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$536
Tue 7/165:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$556
Tue 7/165:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$577
Thu 6/135:15 amSBA - BUF
2 stops8h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/205:51 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$766
Tue 7/166:24 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1810:28 amBUF - SBA
3 stops28h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$783
Thu 6/1312:15 pmSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/206:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$897

Santa Barbara to Buffalo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Buffalo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 10/126:20 amSBA - BUF
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/267:20 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$366
Sat 10/126:20 amSBA - BUF
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/2611:10 amBUF - SBA
2 stops12h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$371
Sat 10/124:20 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops13h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/261:01 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$408
Tue 7/164:11 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$466
Tue 7/166:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$491
Tue 7/166:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/188:00 amBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$496
Sat 10/126:00 amSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/2610:25 amBUF - SBA
3 stops16h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$501
Tue 7/164:11 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/311:55 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$536
Tue 7/165:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$556

Santa Barbara to Buffalo flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Barbara to Buffalo for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Santa Barbara to Buffalo. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 6/135:15 amSBA - BUF
2 stops8h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/205:51 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$766
Thu 6/1312:15 pmSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/206:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$897
Thu 6/135:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/2012:14 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$902

One-way flights to Buffalo from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Buffalo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo. Those seeking round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sun 7/146:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops13h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$230
Sun 7/145:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$373
Sun 7/1411:05 amSBA - BUF
3 stops21h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,349

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$366 - $783

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Price

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/12

1 stop7h 03m

Buffalo

Sat 10/26

1 stop7h 15m

$366

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/12

1 stop7h 03m

Buffalo

Sat 10/26

2 stops12h 01m

$371

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/12

2 stops13h 31m

Buffalo

Sat 10/26

2 stops10h 10m

$408

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

2 stops14h 13m

Buffalo

Wed 7/31

1 stop17h 11m

$466

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

2 stops11h 46m

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

1 stop7h 47m

$491

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

2 stops11h 46m

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

2 stops10h 19m

$496

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/12

2 stops11h 56m

Buffalo

Sat 10/26

3 stops16h 31m

$501

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

2 stops14h 13m

Buffalo

Wed 7/31

2 stops11h 27m

$536

Santa BarbaraBuffalo

SBA - BUF

SBABUF

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

2 stops12h 22m

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

3 stops28h 42m

$783

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Deals found on 6/4

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Buffalo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Buffalo from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Buffalo by month

Plan your trip to Buffalo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

BUF

Temperature

24.8 - 71.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Buffalo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Buffalo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Buffalo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Buffalo. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Buffalo have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $366, but on average you can expect to pay $575.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Barbara to Buffalo for under $800?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo within the next 7 days for less than $800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Buffalo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Buffalo is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $366 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $501.

  • What does SBA to BUF mean?

    SBA stands for Santa Barbara Airport, while BUF stands for Buffalo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Buffalo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Buffalo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Buffalo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Buffalo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Buffalo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Buffalo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Buffalo flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Buffalo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Santa Barbara to Buffalo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Santa Barbara to Buffalo

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American AirlinesCheapest$420Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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