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$148+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Buffalo (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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — BUF
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Buffalo are usually found in September or June, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Buffalo

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Buffalo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Buffalo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/243:25 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Thu 12/252:06 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/10$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/243:45 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:25 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:40 amHOU - BUF
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:25 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/243:45 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Sat 12/273:45 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2510:46 amHOU - BUF
2 stops10h 47mDelta
Wed 12/3112:01 pmBUF - HOU
2 stops9h 23mDelta
Deal found 12/10$516
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/213:25 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Thu 12/252:06 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/10$537

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 December 12, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(Delta)

One-way from

$148
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$482
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Buffalo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/24

3:25 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Buffalo

Thu 12/25

2:06 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$295

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Buffalo

Thu 1/29

3:45 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$391

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/22

5:04 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Buffalo

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$396

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

12:47 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Buffalo

Sun 1/11

6:53 am-12:09 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$409

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

6:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Buffalo

Wed 12/31

1:50 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$449

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Buffalo

Sat 1/3

8:55 pm-1:20 am

1 stop5h 25m

$461

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/3

6:40 am-12:30 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Buffalo

Sun 1/4

8:40 pm-1:00 am

1 stop5h 20m

$477

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/24

3:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Buffalo

Sat 12/27

3:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

$491

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

10:46 am-10:33 pm

2 stops10h 47m

Buffalo

Wed 12/31

12:01 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops9h 23m

$516

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/31

3:25 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$148

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Buffalo in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Houston Hobby Airport-Buffalo flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Buffalo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Buffalo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-Buffalo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Buffalo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo, you should look to book at least 21 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo (average of $118). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 HOU to BUF?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Buffalo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Buffalo from Houston Hobby?

    Buffalo (BUF), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston Hobby to Buffalo. 5 airlines have flights to Buffalo from Houston Hobby on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to Buffalo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo?

    Airlines like Delta and Southwest fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in about 5h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 42m. There are 1295 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Buffalo. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($139), United Airlines ($177), and Delta ($179) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo. Frontier is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo are Frontier ($77), American Airlines ($99), and United Airlines ($119).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo (average of $118). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in December is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Buffalo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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