Q: Can I fly back to Buffalo from Chicago?

Returning to Buffalo from Chicago COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Buffalo. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Buffalo.

Question 1

What days are nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average per day?

Accepted Answer

Per day, 18 flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 56% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 44% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Chicago in 1h 52m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Frontier to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 474 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $192. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $193 and $200, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $73. Users have also found prices from $73 and $82 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

Question 6

Can I fly to Chicago from Buffalo right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions for travel to Chicago within the United States

Most visitors from Buffalo need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Buffalo are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Buffalo are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

Question 7

Can I fly back to Buffalo from Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Buffalo from Chicago

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Buffalo.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Buffalo.

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago are American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay $337 for a flight from Buffalo to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $125 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $192.

Question 10

What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Buffalo to Chicago on time: GoJet (100%), Envoy Air (97%), ANA (90%).

Question 11

Can I find flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $187, but on average you can expect to pay $204.

Question 12

Are there nonstop flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Buffalo to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Buffalo to Chicago is less than $258.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Buffalo to Chicago for under $300?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Buffalo to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

Question 14

What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Located just 8.3 mi from the city center, Buffalo is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Buffalo. Booking flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 27 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 4 different airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta flying from Buffalo to Chicago have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Question 16

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Users have found that flying from Buffalo to Chicago on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

To save up to 44% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 26 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Buffalo to Chicago from $278 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $359 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Buffalo. Users have commonly found prices around $236 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $156. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

Question 19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Chicago (BUF - CHI)?

Accepted Answer

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Popular in	August	High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Cheapest in	September	Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
Round-trip from	$195	From Buffalo to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from	$82	One-way flight from Buffalo to Chicago (CHI)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
JetBlue	Cheapest$101	Average$250	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	COVID-19 safety	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$103	Average$265	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	COVID-19 safety	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	Cheapest$110	Average$297	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$125	Average$239	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search United Airlines flights

9%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
47%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
43%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
1%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	24daily flights
Monday	29daily flights
Tuesday	25daily flights
Wednesday	30daily flights
Thursday	26daily flights
Friday	28daily flights
Saturday	31daily flights

Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Chicago (CHI)

The best prices from Buffalo to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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All the information you need to plan the best BUF to CHI flight in 2022: compare Buffalo to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

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Are there nonstop flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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What days are nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average per day?

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

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

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