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$124+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles (BUF - LAX)

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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Los Angeles are usually found in October or September, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$124
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:42 pmBUF - LAX
Nonstop5h 14mJetBlue
Wed 8/279:48 pmLAX - BUF
Nonstop4h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/306:00 amBUF - LAX
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/76:10 amLAX - BUF
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 8/135:12 pmBUF - LAX
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Sat 8/169:28 pmLAX - BUF
1 stop11h 48mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 11/1310:40 amBUF - LAX
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Wed 11/197:40 pmLAX - BUF
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$272

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Thu 8/21

6:42 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

9:48 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 52m

$217

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop8h 42m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

6:10 am-4:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$231

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Wed 8/13

5:12 pm-12:27 am

1 stop10h 15m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

9:28 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$258

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Thu 11/13

10:40 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

7:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops9h 35m

$272

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop7h 47m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

1:15 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$277

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Wed 10/15

7:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

10:35 pm-9:43 am

1 stop8h 08m

$279

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Thu 8/28

6:42 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

$124

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Fri 10/17

7:22 pm-8:28 am

1 stop16h 06m

$127

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Thu 9/25

7:07 am-11:19 am

1 stop7h 12m

$129

BuffaloLos Angeles

BUF - LAX

BUFLAX

Buffalo

Sun 8/24

6:29 am-11:03 am

1 stop7h 34m

$133

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles is 46 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Buffalo to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 BUF to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Los Angeles. 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from BUF to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Buffalo to Los Angeles on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $356.

What’s the fastest layover option from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 05m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

    If you book a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles, you will be flying from Buffalo to Los Angeles. Flights to Los Angeles (LAX) from Buffalo (BUF) take 5h 14m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles per day from 6 airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $231 and $258, respectively. JetBlue is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $124. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Buffalo to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles consider choosing JetBlue (75%), Hawaiian Airlines (75%) or Singapore Airlines (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

    While on average a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles is generally $238, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $123. When looking at the most popular route, (Buffalo - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $227 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Los Angeles 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 Buffalo to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Buffalo to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 6 airlines flying from Buffalo to Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Los Angeles. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$202Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$207Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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