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$57+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Buffalo (RDU - 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BUF
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo are usually found in October or November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Frontier)

One-way from

$57
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/107:01 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Sun 7/139:56 amBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Mon 3/175:32 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Tue 3/186:22 amBUF - RDU
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/22$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 5/86:00 amRDU - BUF
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/116:00 amBUF - RDU
1 stop3h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 5/88:27 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/126:01 amBUF - RDU
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$229
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/124:45 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop7h 52mJetBlue
Sat 3/228:45 amBUF - RDU
1 stop7h 07mJetBlue
Deal found 2/22$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 5/85:55 amRDU - BUF
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 5/117:35 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$234

Find flights from Raleigh to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 23, 2025.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

6:10 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Buffalo

Sun 5/11

5:47 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$122

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

5:32 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Buffalo

Tue 3/18

6:22 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 34m

$199

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

Buffalo

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop3h 29m

$211

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

8:27 pm-12:15 am

1 stop3h 48m

Buffalo

Mon 5/12

6:01 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 54m

$229

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/12

4:45 pm-12:37 am

1 stop7h 52m

Buffalo

Sat 3/22

8:45 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$231

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/8

5:55 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Buffalo

Sun 5/11

7:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 35m

$234

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/1

6:08 pm-7:46 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$57

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

5:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$100

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/2

6:05 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$110

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/15

5:00 am-11:43 am

2 stops6h 43m

$140

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Buffalo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Raleigh-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Buffalo

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Buffalo

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Buffalo in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and JetBlue from Raleigh to Buffalo by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,187 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,065 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,385 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Buffalo flight route?

    Flights from Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($122), Delta ($199), and United Airlines ($211) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Buffalo. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Raleigh to Buffalo are Frontier ($57), Delta ($100), and Southwest ($110).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $151. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Buffalo) can be booked for $159 on average our data indicates $198 when flying from Raleigh to Buffalo.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Buffalo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Raleigh 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 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Buffalo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$181Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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