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$81+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Buffalo (DTT - BUF)

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DTT — BUF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Frontier)

One-way from

$81
(JetBlue)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$277

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/99:58 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Fri 5/169:51 amBUF - DTW
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/205:55 amDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Mon 5/266:25 amBUF - DTW
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:05 amDTW - BUF
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Tue 6/246:04 amBUF - DTW
1 stop17h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/30$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:01 amDTW - BUF
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/236:00 amBUF - DTW
1 stop10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$325
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:30 amDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 24mJetBlue
Sat 6/2111:24 amBUF - DTW
1 stop8h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2111:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/217:55 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$471

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/9

9:58 pm-10:48 am

1 stop12h 50m

Buffalo

Fri 5/16

9:51 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$190

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

5:55 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Buffalo

Mon 5/26

6:25 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 35m

$268

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/17

7:05 am-5:05 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Buffalo

Tue 6/24

6:04 am-11:10 pm

1 stop17h 06m

$303

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

6:01 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Buffalo

Mon 6/23

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$325

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

7:30 am-1:54 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Buffalo

Sat 6/21

11:24 am-7:55 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$357

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/21

11:10 am-4:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Buffalo

Sat 6/21

7:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$471

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/29

6:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop5h 44m

$81

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/7

1:51 pm-8:56 am

1 stop19h 05m

$91

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/28

7:45 pm-11:05 am

1 stop15h 20m

$148

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

6:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$170

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Buffalo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Detroit-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Buffalo flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Detroit-Buffalo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Buffalo

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Buffalo in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 1% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Buffalo

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Buffalo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to BUF are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to Buffalo, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

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 Detroit to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Buffalo?

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to Buffalo (BUF) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Buffalo. On a typical day, there are 9 flights from All airports to Buffalo, all of which are around 1h 06m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from All airports to Buffalo.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Buffalo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Buffalo round-trip from $190. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $268, and Delta, from $303. Frontier is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $81. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Buffalo for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Buffalo on time: SkyWest Airlines (83%), Air France (76%), Delta (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Buffalo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $208. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Buffalo) can be booked for $227 on average our data indicates $338 when flying from Detroit to Buffalo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$259Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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