Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Buffalo (BUF) from $54
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 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — BUF
May 7 — May 141
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The best prices from Chicago to Buffalo are usually found in March or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Buffalo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 May 2, 2024.
Popular in | November |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | March |
Round-trip from | $256 |
One-way from | $125 |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Buffalo?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Buffalo?
To save up to 117% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 53 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Buffalo from $364 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $442 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Buffalo?
March can be a great time to fly to Buffalo from Chicago with a flight ticket averaging about $312. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $178. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Buffalo (CHI - BUF)?
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Chicago to Buffalo by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
Cheap Frontier flights from Chicago to Buffalo
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Chicago and Buffalo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Frontier flights we've detected traveling from Chicago to Buffalo. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$114
Wed 5/298:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Wed 6/52:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$115
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$126
Thu 5/99:26 amMDW - BUF
1 stop23h 42mFrontier
Sat 5/117:12 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$132
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/1110:15 amBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$142
Sat 9/146:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 9/165:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop19h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$147
Sat 9/146:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 9/165:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop19h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$148
Tue 9/177:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Wed 9/189:19 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop28h 40mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$149
Sat 8/316:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Tue 9/39:26 amBUF - MDW
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$158
Cheap Sun Country Air flights from Chicago to Buffalo
Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Sun Country Air for the route between Chicago and Buffalo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Sun Country Air flights traveling from Chicago to Buffalo. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sun 7/217:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop6h 01mSun Country Air
Wed 7/2411:33 amBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/1$202
Thu 7/258:05 pmORD - BUF
1 stop15h 55mSun Country Air
Mon 7/291:53 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop7h 06mSun Country Air
Deal found 5/2$269
Cheap Chicago to Buffalo flights in May & June 2024
Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Buffalo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Buffalo in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$114
Wed 5/298:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Wed 6/52:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$115
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$126
Thu 5/99:26 amMDW - BUF
1 stop23h 42mFrontier
Sat 5/117:12 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$132
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/1110:15 amBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$142
Thu 5/165:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Mon 5/202:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$149
Thu 5/165:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Mon 5/202:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$163
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sun 5/128:36 amBUF - ORD
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$174
Fri 5/3111:16 amORD - BUF
1 stop8h 19mFrontier
Sun 6/24:29 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$182
Chicago to Buffalo 2024 flight deals
Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Buffalo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Chicago to Buffalo in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$114
Wed 5/298:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Wed 6/52:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$115
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Wed 5/225:47 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$126
Thu 5/99:26 amMDW - BUF
1 stop23h 42mFrontier
Sat 5/117:12 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$132
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/1110:15 amBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$142
Sat 9/146:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 9/165:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop19h 36mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$147
Sun 6/25:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Wed 6/52:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$147
Thu 5/165:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Mon 5/202:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/2$149
Sat 8/316:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Tue 9/39:26 amBUF - MDW
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$158
Non-stop flights to Buffalo from Chicago
Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Buffalo. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Chicago to Buffalo. Search for alternative flights from Chicago to Buffalo by utilizing the search form above.
Sat 8/317:24 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/44:57 pmBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
Wed 10/165:55 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2310:57 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$255
Sat 9/148:15 amORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1611:55 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$261
Sat 9/148:20 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/166:52 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$262
Fri 9/208:15 amORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/234:57 pmBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$275
Fri 8/21:43 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/107:55 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$279
Fri 7/121:43 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/168:00 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$282
Wed 6/58:27 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/104:36 pmBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$289
Fri 8/307:24 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/911:55 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$292
Chicago to Buffalo flights leaving soon
Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Buffalo for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Chicago to Buffalo departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 5/99:26 amMDW - BUF
1 stop23h 42mFrontier
Sat 5/117:12 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$132
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/1110:15 amBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$142
Thu 5/96:27 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sun 5/128:36 amBUF - ORD
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$174
Fri 5/106:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Sun 5/128:36 amBUF - ORD
1 stop17h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$208
Thu 5/95:56 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/128:36 amBUF - MDW
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$264
Sat 5/118:25 amORD - BUF
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Mon 5/138:45 amBUF - ORD
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$294
Fri 5/107:00 amMDW - BUF
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Sun 5/128:36 amBUF - MDW
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$318
Sat 5/118:14 amORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/134:55 pmBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$367
Sat 5/111:30 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/135:26 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$375
One-way flights to Buffalo from Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Buffalo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Chicago to Buffalo. For those needing a return trip from Chicago, there is a search form available above.
Wed 5/228:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$54
Tue 5/211:30 pmORD - BUF
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$63
Wed 5/155:30 amMDW - BUF
1 stop14h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$68
Sat 5/118:17 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$69
Mon 5/208:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 46mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$74
Tue 8/277:00 amORD - BUF
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$79
Thu 5/237:49 amMDW - BUF
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$80
Sat 5/118:25 amORD - BUF
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$81
Thu 5/167:49 amMDW - BUF
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$85
Find flights from Chicago to Buffalo within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
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$114 - $330
Route
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Price
Chicago MidwayBuffalo
MDW - BUF
MDWBUF
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/15
1 stop14h 23m
Buffalo
Wed 5/22
1 stop14h 07m
$114
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/29
1 stop4h 46m
Buffalo
Wed 6/5
1 stop4h 59m
$115
Chicago MidwayBuffalo
MDW - BUF
MDWBUF
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/15
1 stop14h 23m
Buffalo
Wed 5/22
1 stop14h 07m
$126
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/30
1 stop6h 15m
Buffalo
Thu 6/6
1 stop6h 41m
$184
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 7/21
1 stop6h 01m
Buffalo
Wed 7/24
1 stop8h 37m
$202
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/31
Nonstop1h 33m
Buffalo
Wed 9/4
Nonstop1h 48m
$249
Chicago MidwayBuffalo
MDW - BUF
MDWBUF
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/29
1 stop6h 18m
Buffalo
Wed 6/5
1 stop3h 46m
$268
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 5/25
Nonstop1h 50m
Buffalo
Mon 5/27
Nonstop1h 52m
$304
Chicago O'Hare IntlBuffalo
ORD - BUF
ORDBUF
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 7/9
1 stop5h 29m
Buffalo
Thu 7/11
1 stop5h 06m
$330
When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Buffalo?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Buffalo is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Buffalo?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Average price of flights to Buffalo by month
Plan your trip from Chicago to Buffalo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Buffalo is currently $73 while a round-trip flight costs $210. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Chicago to Buffalo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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.
January
$256
February
$266
March
$295
April
$278
May
$289
June
$331
July
$363
August
$298
September
$276
October
$260
November
$256
December
$278
Temperature and rainfall in Buffalo by month
Plan your trip to Buffalo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.
BUF Temperature | 24.8 - 71.6 °F |
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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 May 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Sun Country Air and American Airlines from Chicago to Buffalo have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
10,874 reviews
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
4,561 reviews
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
2,609 reviews
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
11,159 reviews
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
14,788 reviews
10,874 reviews
Entertainment
8.0
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Reviews
1 / 10
On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Buffalo
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Buffalo
Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 May 2, 2024.
| 1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 24%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 72%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 3%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Midnight
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Noon
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Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Buffalo
Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Buffalo. 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 May 2, 2024.
| Sunday | 19daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 25daily flights |
| Tuesday | 10daily flights |
| Wednesday | 10daily flights |
| Thursday | 11daily flights |
| Friday | 23daily flights |
| Saturday | 12daily flights |
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