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$76+ 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — BUF
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Buffalo are usually found in June or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Buffalo

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Southwest)

One-way from

$76
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$291
From Houston Hobby to Buffalo
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:55 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/26:25 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/8$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:10 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop11h 50mSouthwest
Tue 10/216:25 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$210
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:45 amHOU - BUF
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Fri 10/313:35 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/138:15 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Sun 11/164:55 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/169:10 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Sat 10/186:40 amBUF - HOU
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/113:25 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/215:30 amBUF - HOU
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/148:15 pmHOU - BUF
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Sun 11/164:55 pmBUF - HOU
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 September 11, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/21

6:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Buffalo

Sat 10/25

6:40 am-12:30 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$166

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/26

5:55 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 25m

Buffalo

Tue 12/2

6:25 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$201

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/10

9:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop11h 50m

Buffalo

Tue 10/21

6:25 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$210

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/27

5:45 am-5:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Buffalo

Fri 10/31

3:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$214

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/16

9:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop9h 40m

Buffalo

Sat 10/18

1:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$229

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Fri 11/14

8:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop10h 40m

Buffalo

Sun 11/16

4:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 15m

$233

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/5

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$76

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/28

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$76

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/29

6:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$76

HoustonBuffalo

HOU - BUF

HOUBUF

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/30

9:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop9h 50m

$104

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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 August 29, 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 66 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 33% 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 September 11, 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
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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 Southwest fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo in about 4h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 1295 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Buffalo.

  • 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 ($185) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo. Frontier is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$139Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$236Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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