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$131+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BUF
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Buffalo

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

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:45 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Sat 1/38:55 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:05 amCMH - BUF
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:48 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:30 amCMH - BUF
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2511:32 amBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:05 amCMH - BUF
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/27:48 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$501
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:55 pmCMH - BUF
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Thu 12/259:30 amBUF - CMH
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/13$556
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1812:20 pmCMH - BUF
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Sat 12/205:52 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/12$677
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Thu 12/188:35 amCMH - BUF
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Sat 12/203:05 pmBUF - CMH
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/12$682

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$355
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Buffalo that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 1/18

2:18 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Buffalo

Thu 1/22

2:49 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$356

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 12/28

5:45 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Buffalo

Sat 1/3

8:55 pm-12:50 am

1 stop3h 55m

$448

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 12/28

6:05 am-9:46 am

1 stop3h 41m

Buffalo

Thu 1/1

7:48 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$460

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 12/29

6:05 am-9:46 am

1 stop3h 41m

Buffalo

Fri 1/2

7:48 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$501

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Thu 12/25

6:35 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$131

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Wed 1/28

10:55 am-4:44 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$159

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 12/22

8:02 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops16h 50m

$259

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 12/21

9:13 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$283

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Mon 12/22

5:51 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$307

ColumbusBuffalo

CMH - BUF

CMHBUF

Columbus

Sun 12/21

6:20 am-2:35 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$312

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/13

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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 Columbus to Buffalo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Columbus Airport-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Buffalo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Buffalo

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Buffalo (average of $158). Flying from Columbus Airport to Buffalo in October is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 CMH to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 14, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport 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 7% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Buffalo?

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 December 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Buffalo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Columbus to Buffalo, you will be flying into Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Buffalo is the only Buffalo airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 1 airline has flights to Buffalo from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Buffalo?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Buffalo will take you 5h 50m. There are 296 mi between Columbus Airport and Buffalo. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus Airport to Buffalo round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Buffalo round-trip from $158. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Buffalo for 63% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $113 and United Airlines from $176 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Buffalo?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Buffalo (average of $158). Flying from Columbus Airport to Buffalo in October is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 Columbus to Buffalo

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American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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