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$78+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo (DTW - 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — BUF
Aug 24 — Aug 311
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 August 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Frontier)

One-way from

$78
(Frontier)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$458 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Buffalo
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Buffalo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Buffalo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Buffalo.

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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 August 19, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/56:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Sun 9/77:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$161
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/296:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Thu 10/212:17 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop21h 42mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$166
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:44 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/77:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$169
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/156:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Mon 9/224:58 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 8/296:00 amDTW - BUF
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Sun 8/319:45 amBUF - DTW
1 stop4h 16mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/189:44 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 02mFrontier
Sun 9/217:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sun 8/319:32 amDTW - BUF
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Sat 9/137:11 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2011:45 amDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Fri 9/264:57 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 9/76:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Fri 9/1212:17 pmBUF - DTW
2 stops22h 28mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/189:50 pmDTW - BUF
Nonstop1h 06mDelta
Sun 9/217:34 pmBUF - DTW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 8/18$199

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Buffalo

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Return

Price

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/7

3:42 pm-11:22 am

1 stop19h 40m

Buffalo

Fri 9/12

6:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop15h 46m

$161

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

6:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Buffalo

Sun 9/7

7:41 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 03m

$161

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/12

6:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Buffalo

Sun 9/14

7:41 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 03m

$161

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

6:10 am-4:03 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Buffalo

Thu 10/2

12:17 pm-9:59 am

1 stop21h 42m

$166

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/17

6:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Buffalo

Mon 10/20

12:15 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop26h 32m

$166

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/4

9:44 am-6:46 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Buffalo

Sun 9/7

7:41 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 03m

$169

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

6:10 am-4:03 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

4:58 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 48m

$173

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

9:44 am-6:46 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Buffalo

Thu 9/25

7:41 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 03m

$173

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Buffalo

Sun 8/31

9:45 am-2:01 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$178

DetroitBuffalo

DTW - BUF

DTWBUF

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

9:44 am-6:46 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Buffalo

Sun 9/21

4:57 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 49m

$178

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 August 19, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% 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 August 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and Frontier from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Buffalo from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Buffalo. There are 14 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Buffalo (BUF) per day to choose from. Flights to Buffalo from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 06m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Buffalo typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo?

    For as low as $161, Frontier can have you in Buffalo from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 19h 40m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Buffalo is about 240 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo round-trip from $130. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo on time: Sun Country Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (80%), Korean Air (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo is $323. On average you can expect to pay $514. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Buffalo), can usually be booked for $199.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Buffalo

Discover the top 2 airlines 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 August 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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