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$35+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BUF
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Buffalo are usually found in October or November, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Buffalo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Buffalo flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$77
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$35
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$185
From Durham to Buffalo
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:07 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Sat 10/186:52 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 9/215:06 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 9/2212:17 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/306:27 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Fri 10/3112:29 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$112
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/255:06 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Fri 9/2612:17 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$113
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/72:00 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/85:30 amBUF - RDU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$114
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/55:06 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Thu 10/98:19 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$115
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:10 amRDU - BUF
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Sun 11/212:39 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/306:10 amRDU - BUF
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Sun 11/212:39 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 10/55:06 pmRDU - BUF
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Fri 10/105:24 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop23h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$124

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Durham

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

6:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$139

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

5:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Buffalo

Tue 11/18

9:30 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$145

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/7

5:52 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Buffalo

Wed 10/8

7:07 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$152

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Tue 11/4

10:08 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/28

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Tue 11/4

10:08 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Fri 10/31

6:32 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Wed 11/5

12:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/6

11:11 am-4:31 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Buffalo

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/7

2:00 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Buffalo

Wed 10/8

5:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 25m

$157

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/24

3:50 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Buffalo

Tue 10/28

1:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$167

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/13

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durham to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 10 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durham to Buffalo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 September 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Durham to Buffalo as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durham to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Durham 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,931 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,912 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight to Buffalo from Durham. On average, Buffalo has 0 inbound flights from Durham per day from 6 airlines. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

  • How popular is this Durham to Buffalo flight route?

    This flight path from Durham to Buffalo was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Durham to Buffalo?

    For as low as $152, Southwest can have you in Buffalo from Durham in 4h 50m. The distance from Durham to Buffalo is about 488 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durham to Buffalo?

    The cheapest flight price from Durham to Buffalo is $64. On average you can expect to pay $131. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Buffalo), can usually be booked for $112.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Durham 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 6 airlines flying from Durham to Buffalo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$62Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$76Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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