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$121+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo (SNA - 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — BUF
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sat 3/15
Sat 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$427
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$121
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$808
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 6/2410:19 amSNA - BUF
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/275:45 pmBUF - SNA
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/10$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 4/221:20 pmSNA - BUF
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Thu 4/246:15 amBUF - SNA
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/9$492
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 6/277:35 pmSNA - BUF
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Tue 7/812:35 pmBUF - SNA
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/9$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/97:00 amSNA - BUF
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/155:51 pmBUF - SNA
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/9$527
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/96:45 amSNA - BUF
2 stops11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/1512:44 pmBUF - SNA
2 stops12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9$746

Find flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 10, 2025.

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Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/24

10:19 am-7:51 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Buffalo

Wed 8/27

5:45 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$427

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/22

1:20 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Buffalo

Thu 4/24

6:15 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 23m

$492

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/27

7:35 pm-7:50 am

2 stops9h 15m

Buffalo

Tue 7/8

12:35 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$517

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/9

7:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Buffalo

Tue 4/15

5:51 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$527

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/9

6:45 am-9:35 pm

2 stops11h 50m

Buffalo

Tue 4/15

12:44 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops12h 13m

$746

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/29

12:01 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop25h 28m

$121

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/3

7:45 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$213

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/8

1:20 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$214

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/8

6:28 pm-9:54 am

2 stops12h 26m

$253

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/19

7:14 pm-9:41 am

2 stops11h 27m

$324

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Deals found on 3/10

Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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

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

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to Buffalo in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% 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 March 10, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,300 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,727 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Buffalo round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($427), Delta ($492), and Southwest ($517) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to Buffalo. American Airlines is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Buffalo one-way?

    $121 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $213 and $214, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Buffalo?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$340Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$377Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$428Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$526Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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