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$89+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Buffalo (SAN - BUF)

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Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Diego to Buffalo are usually found in January or August, booked 90 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$346
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$479
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Buffalo flight deals.
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From San Diego to Buffalo
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High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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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 December 18, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/248:30 amSAN - BUF
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Sat 1/41:50 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/2410:39 pmSAN - BUF
2 stops10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/412:47 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/236:15 amSAN - BUF
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Tue 1/76:22 amBUF - SAN
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/17$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/1912:50 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/235:25 pmBUF - SAN
2 stops19h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$952

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Wed 1/8

10:39 am-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Buffalo

Wed 1/29

2:43 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$346

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SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Tue 5/6

9:40 pm-8:17 am

1 stop7h 37m

Buffalo

Wed 5/7

2:05 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$384

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Fri 1/17

9:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop10h 12m

Buffalo

Mon 1/20

3:22 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$416

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Tue 5/6

6:15 am-9:01 pm

2 stops11h 46m

Buffalo

Wed 5/7

8:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$526

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Sat 12/28

10:20 am-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Buffalo

Sat 1/4

1:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$706

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Tue 2/11

2:32 pm-10:24 am

2 stops16h 52m

$89

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Fri 1/17

8:30 pm-7:32 am

1 stop8h 02m

$135

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Sun 1/19

7:10 am-7:19 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$178

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Sat 2/15

6:22 am-6:22 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$183

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Thu 1/23

7:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$203

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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 December.
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

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Buffalo

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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 December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Buffalo, you should look to book at least 90 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest 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.
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Very good
4,848 reviews

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7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

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7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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Good
3,279 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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 $346, United Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Buffalo and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $384 and $416, respectively. United Airlines is 27% 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?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Delta, with prices starting from $135 and $178, 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$235Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$318Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$326Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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