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$135+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — BUF
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$403
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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 January 8, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Tue 3/1010:42 amSMF - BUF
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/115:29 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/1711:31 amSMF - BUF
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/181:31 pmBUF - SMF
2 stops12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$276
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 5/810:50 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Tue 5/126:40 amBUF - SMF
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/7$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 4/159:50 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/204:00 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sun 4/1210:35 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Wed 4/1512:06 pmBUF - SMF
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/8$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Tue 2/241:07 pmSMF - BUF
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/47:00 amBUF - SMF
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$371

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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 January 8, 2026.
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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

11:31 am-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Buffalo

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-1:19 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$277

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

1:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$371

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

11:00 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops13h 14m

Buffalo

Sat 3/14

5:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$372

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/4

10:50 am-8:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Buffalo

Wed 2/11

9:55 am-6:41 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$376

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

11:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

Buffalo

Sun 3/15

4:47 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$386

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

1:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$136

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

5:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$136

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

1:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$136

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/28

11:00 am-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$136

SacramentoBuffalo

SMF - BUF

SMFBUF

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

1:07 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$136

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Buffalo

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Buffalo (average of $137). Flying from Sacramento to Buffalo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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.

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 January 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to Buffalo, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Buffalo?

    A quick flight from Sacramento to Buffalo can take about 6h 52m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $371. The distance between Sacramento and Buffalo is about 2234 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Delta, at $171, 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 59% 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 American Airlines ($102), United Airlines ($162), and Delta ($171).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Buffalo (average of $137). Flying from Sacramento to Buffalo in January is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$171Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$362Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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