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$146+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Buffalo (SAN - 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Buffalo are usually found in January or August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$146
(JetBlue)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$442
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/68:39 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop10h 04mJetBlue
Sat 5/1012:44 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop9h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/1411:10 amSAN - BUF
2 stops9h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/285:51 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 5/211:48 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/265:10 amBUF - SAN
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$380
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 7/238:05 pmSAN - BUF
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Mon 7/285:05 amBUF - SAN
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/37:15 amSAN - BUF
1 stop14h 23mDelta
Sat 4/56:16 amBUF - SAN
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/27$702
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/105:30 pmSAN - BUF
2 stops13h 08mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/285:25 amBUF - SAN
2 stops12h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$818

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

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SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Tue 5/6

8:39 pm-9:43 am

1 stop10h 04m

Buffalo

Sat 5/10

12:44 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$271

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Wed 5/14

11:10 am-11:36 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Buffalo

Wed 5/28

5:51 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$344

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Wed 5/21

1:48 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 26m

Buffalo

Mon 5/26

5:10 am-9:12 am

1 stop7h 02m

$380

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Wed 7/23

9:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Buffalo

Mon 7/28

5:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop9h 50m

$393

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Thu 4/10

5:30 pm-9:38 am

2 stops13h 08m

Buffalo

Mon 4/28

5:25 am-2:34 pm

2 stops12h 09m

$818

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Mon 4/28

9:31 pm-10:37 am

1 stop10h 06m

$146

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Mon 6/9

6:25 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$147

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Wed 5/28

6:05 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 33m

$165

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Thu 5/1

1:22 pm-12:27 am

1 stop8h 05m

$172

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Mon 4/28

8:30 pm-9:54 am

2 stops10h 24m

$177

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Buffalo in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 San Diego-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Buffalo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Buffalo from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Buffalo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Buffalo, you should look to book at least 54 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 San Diego to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 March 28, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% 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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Buffalo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Buffalo round-trip?

    Currently priced at $271, JetBlue will fly you from San Diego to Buffalo and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $344 and $380, respectively. JetBlue is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $146 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $147 and $165, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Buffalo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Buffalo?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$190Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$326Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$364Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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