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$54+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Buffalo (RDU - 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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BUF
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo are usually found in October or November, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$90
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$202

Good round-trip deal

$131 or less

Good one-way deal

$75 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Frontier 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 9/9$90
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/82:00 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/155:30 amBUF - RDU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$114
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:25 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/43:50 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$120
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:15 amRDU - BUF
1 stop5h 04mFrontier
Sat 10/186:52 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/296:22 amRDU - BUF
1 stop5h 00mFrontier
Thu 10/26:22 pmBUF - RDU
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/23:50 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Sat 10/43:50 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$133
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 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
Sun 11/22:42 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/214:45 pmRDU - BUF
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sat 10/253:50 pmBUF - RDU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$136

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Buffalo that are best for you.

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RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/5

6:10 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Buffalo

Wed 11/12

9:30 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$114

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/2

3:50 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Buffalo

Sat 10/4

3:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$133

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/21

4:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Buffalo

Sat 10/25

3:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$136

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 10/7

11:11 am-4:31 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Buffalo

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Sat 11/1

12:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Wed 11/5

10:08 am-4:15 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$153

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/8

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Buffalo

Wed 10/15

11:10 am-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$164

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

6:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Buffalo

Sat 10/4

3:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$171

RaleighBuffalo

RDU - BUF

RDUBUF

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/11

5:03 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Buffalo

Tue 10/14

7:30 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop3h 28m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Buffalo in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh 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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Raleigh to Buffalo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
2,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 Raleigh to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Buffalo flight route?

    Flights from Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo have been viewed 3 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Southwest and JetBlue can get you from Raleigh to Buffalo in just under 5h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 56m. The distance from Raleigh to Buffalo is about 488 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($76), Frontier ($80), and Delta ($104) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Buffalo. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $64. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Buffalo) can be booked for $131 on average, our data indicates $131 when flying from Raleigh to Buffalo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$76Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$80Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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