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$154+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo (SNA - 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — BUF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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

$302
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$154
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$548
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Buffalo
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Mon 8/46:47 pmSNA - BUF
2 stops11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:25 amBUF - SNA
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$302
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 8/76:45 amSNA - BUF
2 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1111:40 amBUF - SNA
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$353
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.
Wed 8/1311:23 amSNA - BUF
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Sun 8/176:20 amBUF - SNA
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/10$366
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/712:01 pmSNA - BUF
1 stop22h 15mFrontier
Mon 8/112:11 pmBUF - SNA
1 stop24h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$421
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.
Mon 6/302:50 pmSNA - BUF
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Wed 7/912:40 pmBUF - SNA
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$427
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1611:30 amSNA - BUF
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/224:15 pmBUF - SNA
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$437
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.
Wed 8/277:16 pmSNA - BUF
2 stops12h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/3111:48 amBUF - SNA
2 stops12h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$760

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

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Buffalo

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Depart

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Price

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

6:47 pm-8:57 am

2 stops11h 10m

Buffalo

Tue 8/12

6:25 am-10:44 am

1 stop7h 19m

$302

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/7

6:45 am-10:38 am

2 stops24h 53m

Buffalo

Mon 8/11

11:40 am-11:26 am

2 stops26h 46m

$353

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/13

11:23 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Buffalo

Sun 8/17

6:20 am-10:13 am

1 stop6h 53m

$366

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/7

12:01 pm-1:16 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Buffalo

Mon 8/11

2:11 pm-11:11 am

1 stop24h 00m

$421

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/30

2:50 pm-1:30 am

1 stop7h 40m

Buffalo

Wed 7/9

12:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$427

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/16

11:30 am-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

4:15 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$437

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/27

7:16 pm-11:04 am

2 stops12h 48m

Buffalo

Sun 8/31

11:48 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 54m

$760

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

8:00 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$154

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/22

10:19 am-7:54 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$209

Santa AnaBuffalo

SNA - BUF

SNABUF

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/2

6:45 am-10:20 am

2 stops24h 35m

$212

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Deals found on 6/12

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Buffalo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Buffalo from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Buffalo

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to Buffalo in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Ana 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Buffalo round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($302), Delta ($366), and Frontier ($421) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to Buffalo. American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $154 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $209 and $214, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Buffalo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Santa Ana 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Buffalo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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$401Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$428Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$526Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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