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$99+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Buffalo (RIC - 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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — BUF
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Buffalo are usually found in March or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$199
(Delta)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$316
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Buffalo
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

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.
lun. 6/306:00 amRIC - BUF
1 stop6h 10mDelta
mar. 7/15:00 pmBUF - RIC
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/10$199
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.
mié. 7/27:11 pmRIC - BUF
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/86:00 amBUF - RIC
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$220
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/96:00 amRIC - BUF
1 stop7h 03mJetBlue
sáb. 7/193:55 pmBUF - RIC
1 stop7h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$232
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.
mié. 8/207:30 amRIC - BUF
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
dom. 8/245:45 amBUF - RIC
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$273
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.
mié. 9/246:31 amRIC - BUF
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/2811:00 amBUF - RIC
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$435

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RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 6/30

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Buffalo

mar. 7/1

5:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$199

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 7/2

7:11 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop3h 42m

Buffalo

mar. 7/8

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

$220

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 7/9

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Buffalo

sáb. 7/19

3:55 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$232

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 8/20

7:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Buffalo

dom. 8/24

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 05m

$273

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

jue. 7/24

7:00 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Buffalo

dom. 7/27

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop3h 37m

$367

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 7/2

1:14 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$99

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 7/8

5:46 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$121

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 7/23

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$155

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

lun. 7/28

7:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$162

RichmondBuffalo

RIC - BUF

RICBUF

Richmond Byrd Intl

mar. 7/22

5:35 am-11:55 am

2 stops6h 20m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Buffalo

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

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

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

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Richmond 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 Richmond to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 junio 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to Buffalo at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 junio 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Buffalo to help guide your decision. 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
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Buffalo round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Buffalo, with prices starting at $199. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $220 and $232, respectively. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Buffalo for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. Delta flights start at $121 while deals on United Airlines start at $155 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$151Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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