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$115+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Buffalo (ALB - 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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — BUF
may. 19 — may. 261
lun. 5/19
lun. 5/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) 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 mayo 14, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(Delta)

One-way from

$115
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
jue. 7/35:45 amALB - BUF
1 stop4h 13mDelta
mié. 7/96:04 amBUF - ALB
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 5/13$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
mar. 6/175:18 amALB - BUF
2 stops5h 22mAmerican Airlines
mié. 6/1812:14 pmBUF - ALB
1 stop3h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
vie. 7/47:15 amALB - BUF
2 stops12h 50mSouthwest
mar. 7/88:35 amBUF - ALB
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 5/13$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
jue. 5/297:40 pmALB - BUF
1 stop4h 06mUnited Airlines
lun. 6/27:55 pmBUF - ALB
1 stop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$372

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AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

jue. 7/3

5:45 am-9:58 am

1 stop4h 13m

Buffalo

mié. 7/9

6:04 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$240

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

mar. 6/17

5:18 am-10:40 am

2 stops5h 22m

Buffalo

mié. 6/18

12:14 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$256

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

vie. 7/4

7:15 am-8:05 pm

2 stops12h 50m

Buffalo

mar. 7/8

8:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$304

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

jue. 5/29

7:40 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 06m

Buffalo

lun. 6/2

7:55 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop3h 57m

$372

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

dom. 9/7

5:30 am-9:29 am

1 stop3h 59m

$115

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

sáb. 6/21

7:19 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$126

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

dom. 9/7

8:40 am-3:50 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$175

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

dom. 7/6

2:02 pm-10:56 am

3 stops20h 54m

$331

AlbanyBuffalo

ALB - BUF

ALBBUF

Albany Intl

lun. 5/26

7:40 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$550

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Deals found on 5/14

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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 Albany, New York-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-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 Albany, New York-Buffalo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALB to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany 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 mayo 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Albany, New York to Buffalo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

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 mayo 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Buffalo to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

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
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8,730 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,290 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

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 Albany 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 Albany, New York to Buffalo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Albany, New York to Buffalo round-trip from $240. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $256, and Southwest, from $304.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Buffalo one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albany, New York to Buffalo are Delta ($115), American Airlines ($126), and Southwest ($175).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany 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 Albany, New York to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Albany, New York 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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