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$52+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Chicago (CHI)

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 10/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from Buffalo to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Chicago (CHI). 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 julio 25, 2024.

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February

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Round-trip from

$115
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One-way from

$52
(Frontier)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Buffalo to Chicago on a Saturday 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.

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

To save up to 49% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 60 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 $223 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $253 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Buffalo. Users have commonly found prices around $310 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $83. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in February.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to CHI?

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Buffalo to Chicago flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Buffalo to Chicago specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on julio 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Buffalo to Chicago in July and August 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
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sáb. 8/179:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop28h 04mFrontier
lun. 8/191:23 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$117
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vie. 8/304:36 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
vie. 9/68:26 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$129
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sáb. 8/317:48 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
dom. 9/16:00 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$132
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sáb. 8/242:11 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
sáb. 8/316:48 pmORD - BUF
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$132
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
sáb. 8/249:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop28h 04mFrontier
sáb. 8/3111:51 amMDW - BUF
1 stop20h 54mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$133
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/234:36 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
jue. 8/295:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop13h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$136
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jue. 8/2210:11 amBUF - MDW
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
dom. 8/256:00 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$141
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lun. 8/192:42 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
vie. 8/237:42 pmORD - BUF
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/237:31 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
vie. 8/3010:18 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$146

Buffalo to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Buffalo and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Buffalo to Chicago in July and August 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/96:46 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop26h 35mFrontier
mar. 11/125:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop25h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$115
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/179:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop28h 04mFrontier
lun. 8/191:23 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$117
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/304:36 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
vie. 9/68:26 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$129
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/412:21 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
mar. 10/85:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop25h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$130
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/317:48 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
dom. 9/16:00 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$132
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
sáb. 8/242:11 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
sáb. 8/316:48 pmORD - BUF
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$132
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
sáb. 8/249:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop28h 04mFrontier
sáb. 8/3111:51 amMDW - BUF
1 stop20h 54mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$133
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/234:36 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop26h 07mFrontier
jue. 8/295:56 pmORD - BUF
1 stop13h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$136
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2210:11 amBUF - MDW
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
dom. 8/256:00 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop13h 45mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$141

Buffalo to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Buffalo to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Buffalo to Chicago. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/39:56 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop27h 39mFrontier
mar. 8/68:50 amORD - BUF
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$238
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/28:06 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
mar. 8/68:50 amORD - BUF
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$246
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/37:29 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
sáb. 8/1011:51 amMDW - BUF
1 stop21h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$260
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/110:17 amBUF - MDW
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
vie. 8/26:11 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop16h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$262
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/39:56 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop27h 39mFrontier
sáb. 8/109:20 amORD - BUF
1 stop24h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$278
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/37:29 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop12h 16mFrontier
mar. 8/69:45 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop18h 42mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$313
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/28:06 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
dom. 8/48:05 amORD - BUF
1 stop11h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$338
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
vie. 8/28:06 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop27h 52mFrontier
lun. 8/55:57 pmORD - BUF
1 stop21h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$347
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/316:28 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop17h 34mFrontier
jue. 8/110:55 pmMDW - BUF
1 stop19h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$348

One-way flights to Chicago from Buffalo

Search for one-way flight options from Buffalo to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Buffalo to Chicago can select one of these great deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Chicago instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/232:45 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$52
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/282:45 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 57mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$56
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/712:05 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$57
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/262:42 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$58
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/232:42 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$62
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/319:16 pmBUF - MDW
1 stop28h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$63
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/312:11 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop23h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$63
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/712:05 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$64
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2210:11 amBUF - MDW
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69

Find flights from Buffalo to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Chicago 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.

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Fly to

Any airport

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$115 - $304

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

sáb. 11/9

1 stop26h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/12

1 stop25h 23m

$115

BuffaloChicago Midway

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

sáb. 8/17

1 stop28h 04m

Chicago Midway

lun. 8/19

1 stop5h 53m

$117

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

vie. 8/30

1 stop26h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/6

1 stop14h 14m

$129

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

vie. 10/4

1 stop9h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/8

1 stop25h 23m

$130

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

jue. 9/5

1 stop5h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/10

1 stop4h 40m

$175

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

dom. 10/27

1 stop4h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/30

1 stop4h 45m

$215

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

vie. 9/6

Nonstop1h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/10

Nonstop1h 28m

$254

BuffaloChicago Midway

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

jue. 9/5

1 stop3h 23m

Chicago Midway

mar. 9/10

1 stop2h 50m

$273

BuffaloChicago O'Hare Intl

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

vie. 9/6

1 stop4h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/8

Nonstop1h 38m

$304

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Buffalo to Chicago is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated julio 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, United Airlines and JetBlue from Buffalo to Chicago. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

JetBlue
7.6
Good
3,996 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

Avianca
7.3
Good
3,352 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

In the boarding area at La Guardia, there are charging stations for electronics but the electric outlets do not work on many of the stations.

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

    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 18 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 4 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $115, but on average you can expect to pay $137.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Buffalo to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Buffalo to Chicago is less than $297.

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

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

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Chicago?

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

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

    Per day, 12 flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 67% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 25% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 8% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Chicago in 26h 35m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 474 mi.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $115. Frontier is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Chicago?

    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: Republic Airways (95%), Copa Airlines (94%), Avianca (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $586 for a flight from Buffalo to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $120 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $146.

  • What does BUF to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Buffalo Airport (BUF) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Buffalo to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Buffalo to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Buffalo to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Buffalo to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Buffalo to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Buffalo to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Buffalo to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 Buffalo to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Chicago. 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$95Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$142Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Chicago

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Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated julio 25, 2024.
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