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$96+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Columbus (CMH)

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — CMH
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Columbus (CMH). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$140
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$562
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/15:37 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop17h 12mFrontier
Thu 4/37:08 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop15h 15mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$140
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/206:22 amBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 22mDelta
Mon 3/246:05 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop16h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/19$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/147:11 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1812:16 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/11:35 pmBUF - CMH
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Thu 4/33:50 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/56:00 amBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/222:23 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$395

Find flights from Buffalo to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Columbus 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 February 20, 2025.

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Columbus

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Price

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Tue 4/1

5:37 pm-10:49 am

1 stop17h 12m

Columbus

Thu 4/3

7:08 pm-10:23 am

1 stop15h 15m

$140

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Thu 3/20

6:22 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 22m

Columbus

Mon 3/24

6:05 pm-10:55 am

1 stop16h 50m

$276

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Fri 3/14

7:11 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Columbus

Tue 3/18

12:16 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$277

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Tue 4/1

1:35 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Columbus

Thu 4/3

3:50 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$282

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Wed 3/5

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

Columbus

Sat 3/22

2:23 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$395

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Sun 4/6

11:24 am-10:44 am

1 stop23h 20m

$96

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Wed 4/9

4:06 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$139

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Wed 4/9

10:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$159

BuffaloColumbus

BUF - CMH

BUFCMH

Buffalo

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-9:44 am

1 stop3h 44m

$168

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to Columbus in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Buffalo-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Columbus Airport 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 Buffalo-Columbus Airport 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 Buffalo to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Columbus

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Columbus Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Buffalo to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 BUF to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Columbus Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Buffalo to Columbus by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Buffalo to Columbus?

    For a flight from Buffalo to Columbus, you will be flying from Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Buffalo is the only Buffalo airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. 2 airlines have flights to Columbus from Buffalo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $140, Frontier will fly you from Buffalo to Columbus Airport and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $276 and $277, respectively. Frontier is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Columbus Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $96. Users have also found prices from $139 and $159 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Columbus?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Columbus 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 Buffalo to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Buffalo to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 2 airlines flying from Buffalo to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Columbus. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$263Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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