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$136+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Buffalo (MCI - 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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — BUF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Buffalo are usually found in January or August, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$248
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$456
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/126:16 amMCI - BUF
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2611:34 amBUF - MCI
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:00 amMCI - BUF
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/264:05 pmBUF - MCI
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/152:03 pmMCI - BUF
1 stop3h 51mDelta
Sat 8/2312:18 pmBUF - MCI
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/11$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/53:28 pmMCI - BUF
2 stops7h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/96:45 amBUF - MCI
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$335
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/282:18 pmMCI - BUF
1 stop24h 42mFrontier
Sun 8/312:22 pmBUF - MCI
1 stop24h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$360
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2410:30 amMCI - BUF
2 stops23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2811:41 amBUF - MCI
2 stops37h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$492

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

6:16 am-12:04 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Buffalo

Tue 8/26

11:34 am-8:48 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$248

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Buffalo

Tue 8/26

4:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$276

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

2:03 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop3h 51m

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

12:18 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$313

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Tue 8/5

3:28 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 16m

Buffalo

Sat 8/9

6:45 am-10:29 am

1 stop4h 44m

$335

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Thu 8/28

2:18 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 42m

Buffalo

Sun 8/31

2:22 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$360

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Thu 7/24

10:30 am-10:44 am

2 stops23h 14m

Buffalo

Mon 7/28

11:41 am-12:12 am

2 stops37h 31m

$492

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$136

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Tue 7/15

4:59 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$149

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$154

Kansas CityBuffalo

MCI - BUF

MCIBUF

Kansas City

Mon 8/4

3:10 pm-12:25 am

2 stops8h 15m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Buffalo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Buffalo is 52 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 54% versus a flight in the morning.

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Kansas City to Buffalo by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kansas City to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kansas City to Buffalo is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $248 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $276 and $313 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $136 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $149 and United Airlines from $154 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Buffalo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Kansas City 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 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Buffalo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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