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$139+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Buffalo (SMF - 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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — BUF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Buffalo are usually found in October or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Buffalo

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

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$139
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$464
From Sacramento Intl to Buffalo
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Tue 8/197:00 amSMF - BUF
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Tue 8/266:20 amBUF - SMF
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/11$297
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/68:30 amSMF - BUF
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/96:29 amBUF - SMF
2 stops12h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$311
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 9/58:00 amSMF - BUF
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/107:05 amBUF - SMF
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$332
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 10/246:00 amSMF - BUF
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Mon 10/2712:55 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$337
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.
Thu 10/212:11 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop21h 32mFrontier
Sun 10/51:39 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop24h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$385
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 6/2610:19 amSMF - BUF
2 stops21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/3011:47 amBUF - SMF
2 stops34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$464
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:56 pmSMF - BUF
2 stops12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/271:31 pmBUF - SMF
2 stops13h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$627

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

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Sacramento

Fly to

Buffalo

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Buffalo

Tue 8/26

6:20 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 53m

$297

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

8:30 am-9:40 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Buffalo

Sat 8/9

6:29 am-3:44 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$311

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/5

8:00 am-7:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Buffalo

Wed 9/10

7:05 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 42m

$332

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/24

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Buffalo

Mon 10/27

12:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$337

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/2

12:11 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop21h 32m

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

1:39 pm-11:26 am

1 stop24h 47m

$385

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/26

10:19 am-11:12 am

2 stops21h 53m

Buffalo

Mon 6/30

11:47 am-6:49 pm

2 stops34h 02m

$464

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/23

7:56 pm-11:54 am

2 stops12h 58m

Buffalo

Mon 10/27

1:31 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$627

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/7

12:11 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop21h 32m

$139

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

11:45 pm-9:54 am

1 stop7h 09m

$149

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/6

11:55 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops10h 01m

$154

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Buffalo is 76 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 Sacramento to Buffalo?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Buffalo, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Buffalo round-trip?

    Delta, at $297, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to Buffalo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Buffalo are Frontier ($139), United Airlines ($149), and American Airlines ($154).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$351Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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