$79+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Buffalo (SFO - 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from San Francisco to Buffalo are usually found in September or February, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Buffalo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 January 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $180 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $79 (Agoda.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $446 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Buffalo
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to BuffaloExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Find flights from San Francisco to Buffalo within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 30, 2025.
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Price
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Sat 3/8
11:52 pm-3:15 pm
1 stop11h 23m
Buffalo
Sat 3/15
2:52 pm-10:52 pm
1 stop11h 00m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Wed 2/26
10:44 am-12:28 am
1 stop10h 44m
Buffalo
Tue 3/4
1:30 pm-7:25 pm
1 stop8h 55m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Mon 2/24
12:00 pm-12:17 am
1 stop9h 17m
Buffalo
Wed 3/5
5:49 pm-11:19 pm
1 stop8h 30m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Thu 2/20
5:00 am-5:04 pm
2 stops9h 04m
Buffalo
Sat 2/22
6:32 am-3:04 pm
1 stop11h 32m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Thu 4/3
2:50 pm-12:55 am
1 stop7h 05m
Buffalo
Mon 4/7
6:25 am-2:05 pm
2 stops10h 40m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Sun 4/13
12:08 am-9:54 am
1 stop6h 46m
Buffalo
Sun 4/20
6:00 am-11:27 am
1 stop8h 27m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Mon 2/24
10:46 am-9:51 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Buffalo
Fri 2/28
5:27 am-2:26 pm
2 stops11h 59m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Tue 4/22
10:07 pm-9:02 am
1 stop31h 55m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Tue 2/25
10:44 am-12:28 am
1 stop10h 44m
San FranciscoBuffalo
SFO - BUF
SFOBUF
San Francisco
Thu 2/27
12:32 am-11:14 am
1 stop7h 42m
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Buffalo
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 Francisco to Buffalo in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Buffalo
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Buffalo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Buffalo
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Buffalo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Buffalo?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Buffalo is 45 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 San Francisco to Buffalo?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to BUF?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 30, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Buffalo in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Buffalo?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 January 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Buffalo. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Arlene,May 2024
SAN - OAK
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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Buffalo
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$168 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$218 | Average$475 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$239 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$404 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$260 | Average$580 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$277 | Average$507 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$318 | Average$636 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$319 | Average$365 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% |