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$116+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo (IND - 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — BUF
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$200
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$116
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$109
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 6/54:10 pmIND - BUF
1 stop24h 09mFrontier
Mon 6/98:50 amBUF - IND
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 5/11$200
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 6/86:55 pmIND - BUF
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/1511:41 amBUF - IND
1 stop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/1712:58 pmIND - BUF
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 6/247:00 amBUF - IND
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 5/11$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 7/124:03 pmIND - BUF
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/276:28 amBUF - IND
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sun 9/710:15 amIND - BUF
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Fri 9/125:50 amBUF - IND
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 5/11$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/177:30 pmIND - BUF
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/246:15 amBUF - IND
2 stops6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$316

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Fly to

Buffalo

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Thu 6/5

4:10 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop24h 09m

Buffalo

Mon 6/9

8:50 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$200

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Sun 6/8

6:55 pm-7:50 am

1 stop12h 55m

Buffalo

Sun 6/15

11:41 am-6:12 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$230

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Tue 6/17

12:58 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Buffalo

Tue 6/24

7:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$251

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Sat 7/12

4:03 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Buffalo

Sun 7/27

6:28 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 42m

$294

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Sun 9/7

10:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Buffalo

Fri 9/12

5:50 am-11:45 am

2 stops5h 55m

$305

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Tue 6/17

7:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Buffalo

Tue 6/24

6:15 am-12:56 pm

2 stops6h 41m

$316

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Sun 5/25

7:14 pm-7:51 am

1 stop12h 37m

$116

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Sun 5/25

4:27 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops7h 19m

$169

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Fri 8/29

3:40 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$203

IndianapolisBuffalo

IND - BUF

INDBUF

Indianapolis

Mon 5/26

7:20 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$346

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Buffalo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Indianapolis-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Buffalo flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Buffalo in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 45% 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 May 12, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Buffalo round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($200), Delta ($251), and American Airlines ($294) offers the cheapest pricing from Indianapolis to Buffalo. Frontier is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $169 and Southwest from $203 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Indianapolis 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 5 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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