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$54+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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The best prices from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are usually found in January or December, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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$119
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One-way from

$54
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/1112:44 pmBUF - BWI
1 stop19h 23mFrontier
Sat 12/142:54 pmBWI - BUF
1 stop20h 00mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/155:21 amBUF - DCA
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/48:15 pmDCA - BUF
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/1210:25 amBUF - IAD
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1312:55 pmIAD - BUF
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/2012:15 pmBUF - IAD
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Mon 12/306:00 amIAD - BUF
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/20$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/187:45 amBUF - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/257:15 pmBWI - BUF
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$220
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/1210:10 amBUF - DCA
1 stop7h 33mJetBlue
Tue 12/176:30 pmDCA - BUF
1 stop3h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 11/20$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/116:00 amBUF - DCA
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/135:25 pmDCA - BUF
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/116:00 amBUF - BWI
2 stops10h 41mDelta
Sat 12/146:00 amBWI - BUF
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/20$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/116:00 amBUF - IAD
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/135:00 amIAD - BUF
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/171:58 pmBUF - DCA
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Fri 12/206:30 amDCA - BUF
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/20$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/258:50 amBUF - BWI
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/308:17 pmBWI - BUF
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$332
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 11/2310:59 pmBUF - IAD
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Sun 11/246:40 pmIAD - BUF
1 stop18h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$468

Find flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 1/11

10:59 am-7:52 am

1 stop20h 53m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/10

9:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$119

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Sun 12/15

5:21 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/4

8:15 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Thu 12/12

10:25 am-11:46 am

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/13

12:55 pm-2:22 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 1/9

6:16 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

5:40 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$213

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Thu 1/9

7:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$213

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Wed 12/18

7:45 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/25

7:15 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$220

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 12/12

10:10 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/17

6:30 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$232

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/13

5:25 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$242

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-4:41 pm

2 stops10h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/14

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop5h 15m

$243

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/13

5:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

$256

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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 Washington, D.C. in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., such as United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. 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
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., 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 13 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 5 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Buffalo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $119 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $199 and $199 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $100 and United Airlines from $100 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (100%) and Lufthansa (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    On average you can expect to pay $537 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $130 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $169.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 5 airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$138Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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