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$85+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUF
Feb 11 — Feb 181
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Cheap 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 January 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$394
From Columbus to Buffalo
One-way flight from Columbus to Buffalo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

Find 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 January 12, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/55:45 am
CMH
-
BUF
2 stops13h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/81:39 pm
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop21h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 2/248:07 pm
CMH
-
BUF
1 stop3h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 3/41:52 pm
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/266:06 am
CMH
-
BUF
1 stop12h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/301:39 pm
BUF
-
CMH
2 stops9h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$278
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/1512:00 pm
CMH
-
BUF
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Sat 1/178:06 pm
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop17h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 1/11$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 2/66:08 am
CMH
-
BUF
1 stop16h 44m
Delta
Sat 2/76:00 am
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
Deal found 1/10$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Tue 2/246:55 am
CMH
-
BUF
2 stops10h 10m
Southwest
Wed 3/45:50 am
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/56:10 am
CMH
-
BUF
1 stop9h 07m
American Airlines
Sun 2/88:00 am
BUF
-
CMH
1 stop10h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/11$315

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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 January 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Buffalo that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Thu 2/5

5:45 am-7:04 pm

2 stops13h 19m

Buffalo

Sun 2/8

1:39 pm-10:47 am

1 stop21h 08m

$233

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Tue 2/24

8:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

1:52 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$257

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 1/26

6:06 am-6:36 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Buffalo

Fri 1/30

1:39 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$278

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Tue 2/24

6:55 am-5:05 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

5:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$291

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:10 am-3:17 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Buffalo

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$315

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sat 2/14

2:25 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Buffalo

Wed 2/18

6:07 am-9:39 am

1 stop3h 32m

$317

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sat 1/31

11:24 am-10:07 am

1 stop22h 43m

$85

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 1/18

12:00 pm-10:49 am

1 stop22h 49m

$132

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Fri 4/3

8:00 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$178

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Fri 4/3

10:40 am-12:15 pm

3 stops49h 35m

$227

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Deals found on 1/12

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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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.

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 January 12, 2026.
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.

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

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 3h 37m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 296 mi between Columbus and Buffalo.

  • 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 59% 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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