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$295+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Buffalo (BUF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUF
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Buffalo

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/294:57 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:00 amBUF - CMH
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$544
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/296:40 amCMH - BUF
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Wed 1/76:05 amBUF - CMH
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$562
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/2912:25 pmCMH - BUF
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Thu 1/85:50 amBUF - CMH
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/20$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/2412:00 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop10h 33mDelta
Sun 12/286:10 amBUF - CMH
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/20$700
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/236:08 amCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/231:37 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$735
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/225:51 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Tue 12/235:52 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/21$741
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/226:10 amCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Tue 12/232:45 pmBUF - CMH
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$746
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/242:54 pmCMH - BUF
2 stops8h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/287:48 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$772

Find flight deals from Columbus to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 December 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$295
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

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Average price

$355
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Fri 1/23

6:06 am-6:36 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Buffalo

Sun 1/25

11:02 am-10:47 am

2 stops23h 45m

$305

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Tue 3/3

2:53 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$317

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Fri 1/23

9:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Buffalo

Sun 1/25

5:50 am-12:05 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$367

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 1/4

9:13 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops19h 47m

Buffalo

Thu 1/8

9:08 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$435

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 1/5

12:57 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Buffalo

Fri 1/9

2:56 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$501

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 1/5

1:07 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Buffalo

Fri 1/9

5:23 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$501

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops15h 08m

Buffalo

Fri 1/9

9:08 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 11m

$601

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Deals found on 12/20

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Buffalo

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Buffalo (average of $152). Flying from Columbus to Buffalo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 CMH to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 21, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 49% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Columbus to Buffalo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Most people fly into Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight to Buffalo from Columbus. On average, Buffalo has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 1 airline. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Buffalo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Buffalo in 4h 13m. Fly via United Airlines or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 296 mi between Columbus and Buffalo. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Buffalo round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Buffalo, with prices starting at $158. American Airlines is currently priced 63% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $98. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus to Buffalo for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Buffalo (average of $152). Flying from Columbus to Buffalo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $310). 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 airline flying from Columbus to Buffalo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Columbus 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 December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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