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$69+ Cheap flights from California to Buffalo (BUF)

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LAX — BUF
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from California to Buffalo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Buffalo flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Priceline)

One-way from

$69
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$377

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 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 July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 9/126:00 amLAS - BUF
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Fri 9/1912:17 pmBUF - LAS
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$177
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.
Fri 8/89:28 pmLAX - BUF
1 stop11h 43mFrontier
Tue 8/123:37 pmBUF - LAX
1 stop8h 03mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$220
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 10/36:35 amSAN - BUF
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Mon 10/64:57 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$221
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.
Mon 8/189:48 pmLAX - BUF
Nonstop4h 52mJetBlue
Sat 8/236:42 pmBUF - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$227
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/65:00 amLAX - BUF
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/108:50 amBUF - LAX
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$244
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/141:52 pmLAX - BUF
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2311:35 amBUF - LAX
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$246
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/76:28 amSFO - BUF
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:25 amBUF - SFO
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$264
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.
Thu 9/412:50 pmSFO - BUF
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Sat 9/131:25 pmBUF - SFO
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$269
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/319:05 pmLAS - BUF
1 stop8h 55mJetBlue
Mon 8/113:55 pmBUF - LAS
1 stop9h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$271
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:29 amSFO - BUF
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Mon 9/224:57 pmBUF - SFO
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 7/2312:08 amLAX - BUF
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/317:00 amBUF - LAX
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$273
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:15 amLAX - BUF
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Sat 8/236:00 amBUF - LAX
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/3$277

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 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

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-4:02 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Buffalo

Fri 9/19

12:17 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop12h 06m

$177

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Fri 8/8

9:28 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop11h 43m

Buffalo

Tue 8/12

3:37 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$220

San DiegoBuffalo

SAN - BUF

SANBUF

San Diego

Fri 10/3

6:35 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Buffalo

Mon 10/6

4:57 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$221

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

9:48 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 52m

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

6:42 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$227

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

5:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Buffalo

Wed 9/10

8:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$244

Los AngelesBuffalo

LAX - BUF

LAXBUF

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

1:52 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 17m

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

11:35 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$246

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

6:28 am-6:34 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Buffalo

Tue 8/12

6:25 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 39m

$264

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

12:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Buffalo

Sat 9/13

1:25 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$269

Las VegasBuffalo

LAS - BUF

LASBUF

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/31

9:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop8h 55m

Buffalo

Wed 8/13

3:55 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$271

San FranciscoBuffalo

SFO - BUF

SFOBUF

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:29 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

4:57 pm-12:16 am

1 stop10h 19m

$272

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Best time to book a flight from California to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Buffalo have to say. 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
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 $69. United Airlines flights start at $124 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 Ontario - Buffalo when deciding on the best route from California to Buffalo.

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

    Before booking your flight to Buffalo from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: JetBlue (80%), Hawaiian Airlines (78%), Singapore Airlines( 38%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Buffalo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $123. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Buffalo) can be booked for $227 on average our data indicates $224 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 7 airlines flying from California to Buffalo

Discover the top 7 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$134Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$170Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$350Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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