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$78+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Buffalo (PHL - BUF)

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PHL — BUF
jul. 8 — jul. 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Buffalo are usually found in September or July, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(Priceline)

One-way from

$78
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$368

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$280 or less
From Philadelphia to Buffalo
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo.
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/58:30 amPHL - BUF
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
lun. 9/812:17 pmBUF - PHL
1 stop6h 17mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mar. 8/196:30 amPHL - BUF
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
jue. 8/2112:35 pmBUF - PHL
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$176
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
dom. 8/1011:56 amPHL - BUF
1 stop10h 36mJetBlue
mié. 8/1310:54 amBUF - PHL
1 stop5h 51mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$221

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PHL - BUF

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Philadelphia

vie. 9/5

8:30 am-6:14 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Buffalo

lun. 9/8

12:17 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$154

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

mar. 8/19

6:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Buffalo

jue. 8/21

12:35 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$176

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

dom. 8/10

11:56 am-10:32 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Buffalo

jue. 8/14

9:49 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$221

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

jue. 7/17

11:49 am-8:16 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$78

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

mar. 8/5

6:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$88

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

sáb. 9/20

10:20 am-2:05 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$121

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

jue. 7/31

3:21 pm-10:38 am

2 stops19h 17m

$165

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

jue. 8/7

6:31 am-5:54 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$223

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

lun. 8/11

6:45 am-12:43 am

2 stops17h 58m

$281

PhiladelphiaBuffalo

PHL - BUF

PHLBUF

Philadelphia

mar. 7/29

6:30 am-6:56 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$369

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 julio 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Buffalo in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Buffalo, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

    Buffalo is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Buffalo from Philadelphia. Booking flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Buffalo (BUF) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Buffalo from 3 different airlines. 1h 20m is how long a flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Buffalo is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $154 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and JetBlue, starting at $176 and $221 round-trip. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to Buffalo for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

    Consider Qatar Airways (61%), British Airways (54%) or Piedmont Airlines (50%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Buffalo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Buffalo?

    While on average a flight from Philadelphia to Buffalo is generally $442, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $235. When looking at the most popular route, (Philadelphia - Buffalo), you can expect to pay $176 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 3 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Buffalo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$75Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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