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$95+ Cheap flights from California to Buffalo (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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BUF
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Buffalo

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$95
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 5/1311:51 pmLAS - BUF
1 stop30h 10mFrontier
Sat 5/1711:38 amBUF - LAS
1 stop14h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/84:59 pmLAX - BUF
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Sun 5/119:51 amBUF - LAX
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/297:19 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop18h 10mFrontier
Mon 6/25:24 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$221
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/22:40 pmLAX - BUF
Nonstop4h 50mJetBlue
Mon 5/511:05 amBUF - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 4/16$227
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/16:42 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop18h 47mFrontier
Sun 6/89:37 pmBUF - SFO
1 stop15h 46mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/3011:30 amLAX - BUF
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/25:10 amBUF - LAX
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/812:59 amLAS - BUF
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1211:46 amBUF - LAS
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 8/226:05 amLAS - BUF
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Tue 9/27:15 pmBUF - LAS
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/16$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/136:00 amLAS - BUF
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/175:57 pmBUF - LAS
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/911:49 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/137:32 pmBUF - SFO
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 7/178:05 amLAX - BUF
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Mon 7/284:43 pmBUF - LAX
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/16$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/207:30 amSFO - BUF
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Mon 6/237:46 pmBUF - SFO
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/17$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Buffalo that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasBuffalo

LAS - BUF

LASBUF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/13

11:51 pm-9:01 am

1 stop30h 10m

Buffalo

Sat 5/17

11:38 am-10:40 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$181

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

4:59 pm-9:01 am

1 stop13h 02m

Buffalo

Sun 5/11

9:51 am-5:43 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$218

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Thu 5/29

7:19 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Buffalo

Mon 6/2

5:24 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$221

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Fri 5/2

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

Buffalo

Mon 5/5

11:05 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$227

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

6:42 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop18h 47m

Buffalo

Sun 6/8

9:37 pm-10:23 am

1 stop15h 46m

$240

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Fri 5/30

11:30 am-12:14 am

1 stop9h 44m

Buffalo

Mon 6/2

5:10 am-10:03 am

1 stop7h 53m

$248

Las VegasBuffalo

LAS - BUF

LASBUF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 6/8

12:59 am-4:29 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Buffalo

Thu 6/12

11:46 am-10:42 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$252

Las VegasBuffalo

LAS - BUF

LASBUF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/22

6:05 am-3:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Buffalo

Tue 9/2

7:15 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$256

Las VegasBuffalo

LAS - BUF

LASBUF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Buffalo

Sat 5/17

5:57 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$262

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

11:49 pm-9:41 am

1 stop6h 52m

Buffalo

Tue 5/13

7:32 pm-12:22 am

1 stop7h 50m

$264

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Buffalo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Buffalo from California with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Buffalo

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Buffalo as you normally would.

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 April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Buffalo by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Buffalo. 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 into for flights to Buffalo from California?

    For a flight from California to Buffalo, you will be flying into Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $95. United Airlines flights start at $121 while deals on Southwest start at $126 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Buffalo?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Buffalo, San Francisco - Buffalo or San Diego - Buffalo when deciding on the best route from California to Buffalo.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Buffalo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $113. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Buffalo) can be booked for $211 on average our data indicates $216 when flying from California to Buffalo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from California 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 8 airlines flying from California to Buffalo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$134Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$205Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$310Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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