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$113+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo (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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BUF
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) 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 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$243
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$113
(American Airlines)
From San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/287:15 amSFO - BUF
1 stop11h 50mJetBlue
Wed 1/154:03 pmBUF - SFO
1 stop11h 11mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/2811:27 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/156:00 amBUF - SFO
2 stops12h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$404
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/285:40 amSFO - BUF
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Wed 1/156:45 amBUF - SFO
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/319:00 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop9h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/36:00 amBUF - SFO
2 stops14h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$479
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/3112:40 pmSJC - BUF
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Sun 1/512:00 pmBUF - SJC
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$627
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/256:00 amOAK - BUF
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/13:45 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$778
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/307:00 amSJC - BUF
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Sat 1/412:12 pmBUF - SJC
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/23$846
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/3011:55 amSJC - BUF
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/47:00 amBUF - SJC
2 stops14h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$856
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/2311:55 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Fri 1/36:10 amBUF - SFO
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/23$857
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Fri 12/277:53 amSFO - BUF
2 stops12h 53mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/35:23 amBUF - SFO
2 stops13h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$907
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/3010:35 amSJC - BUF
2 stops10h 11mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/43:37 pmBUF - SJC
3 stops20h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$2,401

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 23, 2024.

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San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

6:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Buffalo

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$243

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

7:11 am-6:26 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Buffalo

Sat 1/18

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$251

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

8:05 am-6:57 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Buffalo

Wed 2/5

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$260

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

6:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Buffalo

Tue 8/26

7:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$276

OaklandBuffalo

OAK - BUF

OAKBUF

Oakland

Wed 1/8

5:01 pm-11:07 am

2 stops15h 06m

Buffalo

Mon 1/13

3:59 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$326

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

Sun 2/16

6:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Buffalo

Wed 2/19

7:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$376

OaklandBuffalo

OAK - BUF

OAKBUF

Oakland

Sat 1/18

6:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Buffalo

Sat 1/25

4:20 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$377

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

Sun 2/16

7:19 pm-11:14 am

2 stops12h 55m

Buffalo

Wed 2/19

12:42 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$386

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

6:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Buffalo

Sun 1/12

1:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$390

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

Thu 1/9

1:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Buffalo

Mon 1/13

7:00 am-4:22 pm

2 stops12h 22m

$391

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 23, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, JetBlue and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo have to say. 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
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,263 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

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 Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Buffalo from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Buffalo (BUF), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo are American Airlines ($113), JetBlue ($130), and Delta ($138).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo are San Francisco - Buffalo, San Jose - Buffalo and Oakland - Buffalo.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Buffalo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$237Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$255Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$277Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$308Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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