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$149+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Buffalo (MCI - BUF)

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — BUF
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Kansas City to Buffalo are usually found in August or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(Delta)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$471
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/611:00 amMCI - BUF
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Wed 3/127:48 pmBUF - MCI
1 stop19h 22mDelta
Deal found 2/20$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/315:30 pmMCI - BUF
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Fri 4/45:50 pmBUF - MCI
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/63:55 pmMCI - BUF
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/124:20 pmBUF - MCI
2 stops7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/712:15 pmMCI - BUF
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/112:00 pmBUF - MCI
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$388

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Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Thu 3/6

11:00 am-5:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Buffalo

Wed 3/12

7:48 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$291

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Mon 3/31

5:30 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 25m

Buffalo

Fri 4/4

5:50 pm-12:40 am

2 stops7h 50m

$322

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Thu 3/6

3:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

Buffalo

Wed 3/12

4:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$333

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Fri 3/7

12:15 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Buffalo

Tue 3/11

2:00 pm-7:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$388

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Mon 3/10

12:05 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$149

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Wed 3/12

6:25 am-3:27 pm

2 stops8h 02m

$154

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Sat 7/5

8:00 am-6:56 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$224

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Mon 3/10

2:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops9h 00m

$240

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Deals found on 2/19

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Buffalo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kansas City-Buffalo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo

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Travel insights for flights from Kansas City to Buffalo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Kansas City to Buffalo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Buffalo is 52 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Kansas City to Buffalo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City to Buffalo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 54% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Buffalo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Buffalo ranges from 2.5 - 4.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Buffalo when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Buffalo by month

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

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 February 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kansas City to Buffalo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Buffalo is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $291 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $322 and $333 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Buffalo one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $154 and United Airlines from $224 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Buffalo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Buffalo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Buffalo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Kansas City to Buffalo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Buffalo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City to Buffalo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$197Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$266Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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