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$79+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis (BUF - MSP)

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — MSP
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Minneapolis St Paul are usually found in July or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Minneapolis

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/314:29 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/35:41 amMSP - BUF
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$469
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/265:24 amBUF - MSP
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/3110:07 amMSP - BUF
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$519
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:35 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop24h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:00 amMSP - BUF
2 stops7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:35 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:18 pmMSP - BUF
2 stops15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$563
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/265:52 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop3h 52mDelta
Mon 12/296:00 amMSP - BUF
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 12/22$569
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/226:05 amBUF - MSP
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/296:00 pmMSP - BUF
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2312:58 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:41 amMSP - BUF
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$589
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:50 pmBUF - MSP
2 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:00 amMSP - BUF
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$595
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/266:05 amBUF - MSP
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/295:00 amMSP - BUF
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:35 pmBUF - MSP
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:30 amMSP - BUF
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$609
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amBUF - MSP
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:41 amMSP - BUF
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$618

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$265
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$172 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Buffalo-Minneapolis St Paul flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Buffalo-Minneapolis St Paul flights.
From Buffalo to Minneapolis St Paul
One-way flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis St Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis St Paul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis St Paul.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Buffalo

Fly to

Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

5:24 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/6

5:58 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$265

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Tue 3/3

5:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/6

5:58 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$265

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Thu 1/15

1:59 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop4h 22m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

3:25 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$279

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Fri 2/6

7:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/8

4:00 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$279

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Mon 3/2

5:24 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 3/6

5:58 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$279

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Fri 6/19

10:50 am-3:31 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/22

3:24 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$294

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Fri 6/19

7:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 6/22

3:31 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$299

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Fri 3/27

7:00 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/30

3:22 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$299

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Sun 6/7

11:41 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$79

BuffaloMinneapolis

BUF - MSP

BUFMSP

Buffalo

Thu 6/18

12:11 pm-1:21 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$79

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Deals found on 12/22

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Compare providers for flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis

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 Buffalo to Minneapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Minneapolis from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis is 77 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 Minneapolis?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis (average of $85). Flying from Buffalo to Minneapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Minneapolis in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 76% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Minneapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Minneapolis. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Buffalo to Minneapolis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Buffalo to Minneapolis flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis?

    Departing from Buffalo to Minneapolis will take you 4h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 731 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $69, Sun Country Air will fly you from Buffalo to Minneapolis and back. In addition to Sun Country Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $184 and $216, respectively. Sun Country Air is priced at 77% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $67 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $88 and Southwest from $109 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $78. While the most popular route (Buffalo - Minneapolis St Paul) can be booked for $279 on average, our data indicates $313 when flying from Buffalo to Minneapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis (average of $85). Flying from Buffalo to Minneapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $264). 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 Minneapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis. 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$79Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$184Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$239Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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