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$69+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo (MSP - BUF)

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MSP — BUF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Buffalo are usually found in June or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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

$136
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$69
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$220

Good round-trip deal

$135 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/137:24 amMSP - BUF
Nonstop2h 02mSun Country Air
Thu 7/1710:59 amBUF - MSP
Nonstop2h 13mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/9$136
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:00 amMSP - BUF
1 stop25h 43mFrontier
Sun 10/51:39 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$218
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/94:08 pmMSP - BUF
1 stop19h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/1412:05 pmBUF - MSP
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$221
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.
Sat 10/116:55 amMSP - BUF
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/224:54 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$236
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/253:18 pmMSP - BUF
Nonstop2h 01mDelta
Mon 7/287:24 pmBUF - MSP
Nonstop2h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/10$239
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.
Fri 8/17:15 pmMSP - BUF
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Mon 8/48:30 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/1110:09 amMSP - BUF
2 stops7h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/177:00 amBUF - MSP
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Buffalo that are best for you.

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MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/13

7:24 am-10:26 am

Nonstop2h 02m

Buffalo

Thu 7/17

10:59 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$136

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

10:00 am-12:43 pm

1 stop25h 43m

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

1:39 pm-12:34 am

1 stop11h 55m

$218

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/9

4:08 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop19h 08m

Buffalo

Thu 8/14

12:05 pm-1:18 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$221

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 10/11

6:55 am-12:54 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Buffalo

Wed 10/22

4:54 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$236

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/25

3:18 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Buffalo

Mon 7/28

7:24 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$239

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

7:15 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

Buffalo

Mon 8/4

8:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$248

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/11

10:09 am-6:56 pm

2 stops7h 47m

Buffalo

Thu 7/17

7:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$294

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

7:36 am-10:38 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$69

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

6:59 am-5:03 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$112

MinneapolisBuffalo

MSP - BUF

MSPBUF

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/1

6:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$130

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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo is 61 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 Minneapolis to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Minneapolis to Buffalo in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 47% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis 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.

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Minneapolis to Buffalo have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Buffalo?

    To fly from Minneapolis to Buffalo, you need to book a flight from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) to Buffalo (BUF). Nonstop flights to Buffalo from Minneapolis St Paul take 2h 00m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Buffalo offered by 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Sun Country Air is currently your cheapest option to Buffalo, with prices starting at $136. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $218 and $236, respectively. You may be able to fly from Minneapolis to Buffalo for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $69 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $112 and $130, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo? While on average our users pay $154, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Buffalo), is priced around $138.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Minneapolis 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 5 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Buffalo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$203Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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