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$172+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Buffalo (SJC - 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — BUF
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 marzo 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(Delta)

One-way from

$172
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$444
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

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.
mar. 5/276:35 amSJC - BUF
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
jue. 5/296:25 amBUF - SJC
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/1012:36 pmSJC - BUF
1 stop8h 22mDelta
mié. 6/185:00 pmBUF - SJC
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/28$347
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/16:45 pmSJC - BUF
2 stops12h 00mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/105:57 pmBUF - SJC
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$350
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.
mié. 4/239:47 amSJC - BUF
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
lun. 5/52:25 pmBUF - SJC
2 stops11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$420
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.
vie. 5/28:59 pmSJC - BUF
2 stops12h 02mAlaska Airlines
lun. 5/55:13 amBUF - SJC
2 stops13h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$627
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/112:13 pmSJC - BUF
1 stop25h 16mFrontier
lun. 8/115:24 pmBUF - SJC
1 stop20h 58mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$700

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

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Buffalo

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Price

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

mar. 5/27

6:25 am-5:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Buffalo

jue. 5/29

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

$343

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

mar. 5/27

6:35 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Buffalo

jue. 5/29

4:15 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$348

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

jue. 5/1

6:45 pm-9:45 am

2 stops12h 00m

Buffalo

sáb. 5/10

5:57 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$350

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

mié. 4/23

9:47 am-11:00 pm

2 stops10h 13m

Buffalo

lun. 5/5

2:25 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$420

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

vie. 5/2

8:59 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Buffalo

lun. 5/5

5:13 am-3:49 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$627

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

mar. 7/1

12:13 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop25h 16m

Buffalo

lun. 8/11

5:24 pm-11:22 am

1 stop20h 58m

$700

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

lun. 5/5

1:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$172

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

sáb. 6/28

10:20 am-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$205

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

dom. 5/4

8:30 am-9:22 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$264

San JoseBuffalo

SJC - BUF

SJCBUF

San Jose

sáb. 6/14

11:43 am-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$339

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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 Jose 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Jose-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 Jose-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 Jose to Buffalo

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 marzo 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Jose to Buffalo in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 marzo 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Jose 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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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 San Jose 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 Jose to Buffalo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Buffalo is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $343 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $347 and $350 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Buffalo for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $205 and United Airlines from $264 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from San Jose 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Buffalo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$261Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$343Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$381Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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