How long is the flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in 3h 51m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 296 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $187. Users have found that American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $122 and Delta from $142 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What are the most popular routes from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular route from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

On average you can expect to pay $326 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington) is currently priced at $157.

What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are GoJet (98%), Mesa Airlines (97%) and United Airlines (93%).

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

For a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Buffalo is the only Buffalo airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Buffalo on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $239 and $373 in November. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $130 on Frontier (Nov 13-Nov 17).

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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 25mFrontier

Mon 11/175:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$130

Mon 12/111:57 amBUF - BWI

1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines

Sat 12/68:00 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop18h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$161

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 25mFrontier

Fri 11/145:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 57mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$169

Fri 11/79:53 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 28mFrontier

Sun 11/910:21 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 43mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$176

Thu 12/1112:35 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 49mFrontier

Fri 12/129:11 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop17h 04mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$178

Fri 11/142:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop24h 53mFrontier

Mon 11/175:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$179

Sun 12/143:18 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop16h 24mFrontier

Mon 1/58:17 amBWI - BUF

1 stop12h 51mFrontier

Deal found 10/27

$181

Thu 12/114:55 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop15h 36mFrontier

Sat 12/139:20 pmIAD - BUF

1 stop17h 03mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$181

Fri 11/142:42 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop9h 29mFrontier

Mon 11/176:00 amIAD - BUF

1 stop7h 37mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$183

Fri 12/511:30 amBUF - BWI

1 stop13h 02mFrontier

Sun 12/79:43 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop16h 32mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$185

Thu 11/68:54 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop20h 29mFrontier

Sun 11/910:21 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 43mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$188

Wed 12/36:12 amBUF - DCA

1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/33:26 pmDCA - BUF

Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$191

Best flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Thu 11/2711:40 amBUF - BWI

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/48:00 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop15h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$169

Sat 1/1011:04 amBUF - BWI

1 stop20h 43mFrontier

Mon 1/126:00 amBWI - BUF

1 stop6h 42mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$177

Wed 12/36:12 amBUF - DCA

1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines

Wed 12/33:26 pmDCA - BUF

Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$191

Wed 3/116:16 amBUF - DCA

1 stop3h 51mDelta

Tue 3/175:15 pmDCA - BUF

1 stop5h 52mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$199

Fri 11/147:30 pmBUF - IAD

Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines

Mon 11/178:25 amIAD - BUF

Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$209

Wed 12/38:05 amBUF - BWI

Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest

Wed 12/310:50 amBWI - BUF

Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 10/28

$243

Thu 12/116:12 amBUF - DCA

1 stop5h 25mDelta

Sat 12/135:31 pmDCA - BUF

1 stop5h 27mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$199

Thu 11/2711:40 amBUF - BWI

1 stop8h 10mFrontier

Thu 12/411:48 amBWI - BUF

2 stops24h 03mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$200

Thu 11/135:20 amBUF - DCA

Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines

Sun 11/1610:15 pmDCA - BUF

Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$209

Thu 11/1310:37 amBUF - IAD

Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines

Sun 11/168:25 amIAD - BUF

Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$209

Thu 2/266:16 amBUF - DCA

1 stop3h 51mDelta

Sun 3/16:00 amDCA - BUF

1 stop3h 45mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$199

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/169:36 pmBWI - BUF

2 stops16h 01mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$221

Fri 11/145:20 amBUF - DCA

Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/1710:15 pmDCA - BUF

Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$209

Sat 12/63:03 pmBUF - IAD

Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines

Sun 12/712:50 pmIAD - BUF

Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$209

Wed 3/111:00 pmBUF - DCA

1 stop3h 32mDelta

Sun 3/156:00 amDCA - BUF

1 stop3h 45mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$199

Mon 1/123:45 pmBUF - BWI

Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest

Wed 1/1411:15 amBWI - BUF

Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 10/28

$243

Mon 12/111:57 amBUF - BWI

2 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/59:11 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop17h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$235

Wed 3/115:55 pmBUF - DCA

1 stop5h 01mDelta

Wed 3/186:00 amDCA - BUF

1 stop5h 51mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$199

Tue 12/169:30 amBUF - BWI

Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest

Tue 12/168:45 pmBWI - BUF

Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 10/28

$243

Fri 11/77:30 pmBUF - IAD

Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines

Wed 11/128:25 amIAD - BUF

Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$239

Sat 12/66:12 amBUF - IAD

1 stop4h 14mDelta

Sun 12/76:00 amIAD - BUF

1 stop6h 34mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$199

Wed 3/1111:15 amBUF - DCA

1 stop6h 51mDelta

Sat 3/146:00 amDCA - BUF

1 stop6h 33mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$219

Thu 3/1211:15 amBUF - DCA

1 stop6h 51mDelta

Mon 3/165:00 pmDCA - BUF

1 stop6h 49mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$219

Thu 3/126:16 amBUF - DCA

1 stop6h 55mDelta

Wed 3/185:15 pmDCA - BUF

1 stop5h 52mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$219

Sat 3/145:55 pmBUF - DCA

1 stop5h 01mDelta

Mon 3/165:00 pmDCA - BUF

1 stop6h 49mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$219

Sat 11/157:00 amBUF - IAD

1 stop4h 31mDelta

Wed 11/197:49 pmIAD - BUF

1 stop4h 10mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$229

Fri 11/146:12 amBUF - IAD

1 stop4h 12mDelta

Mon 11/1711:05 amIAD - BUF

1 stop6h 02mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$229

Sun 12/146:12 amBUF - IAD

1 stop4h 14mDelta

Sun 1/44:55 pmIAD - BUF

1 stop18h 16mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$236

Fri 11/217:00 amBUF - IAD

1 stop4h 31mDelta

Mon 11/246:00 amIAD - BUF

1 stop6h 31mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$239

Wed 12/36:12 amBUF - BWI

1 stop3h 50mDelta

Wed 12/35:36 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop5h 22mDelta

Deal found 10/30

$253

Last-minute flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated October 30, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 11/68:54 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop20h 29mFrontier

Sun 11/910:21 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 43mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$188

Thu 11/68:54 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop20h 29mFrontier

Sat 11/1510:16 amBWI - BUF

1 stop8h 01mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$195

Thu 11/64:40 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop7h 31mFrontier

Sun 11/96:00 amIAD - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$202

Fri 11/79:53 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 28mFrontier

Sun 11/910:21 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 43mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$176

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 25mFrontier

Mon 11/175:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$130

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 25mFrontier

Fri 11/145:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 57mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$169

Fri 11/142:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop24h 53mFrontier

Mon 11/175:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$179

Fri 11/142:42 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop9h 29mFrontier

Mon 11/176:00 amIAD - BUF

1 stop7h 37mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$183

Fri 11/145:20 amBUF - DCA

Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/1710:15 pmDCA - BUF

Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$184

Fri 11/149:53 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 28mFrontier

Sun 11/165:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 57mFrontier

Deal found 10/27

$185

Sun 11/162:42 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop9h 31mFrontier

Mon 11/175:50 amBWI - BUF

1 stop7h 47mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$189

Fri 11/2111:52 amBUF - BWI

1 stop25h 29mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/248:45 pmBWI - BUF

1 stop21h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$199

One-way flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Mon 11/179:53 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop12h 27mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$61

Thu 11/132:42 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop9h 29mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$61

Thu 12/114:55 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop15h 36mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$65

Sun 2/88:18 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 29mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$67

Sun 12/143:18 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop16h 24mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$68

Fri 12/1212:37 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop19h 05mFrontier

Deal found 10/28

$69

Thu 11/2711:40 amBUF - BWI

1 stop8h 10mFrontier

Deal found 10/29

$71

Thu 12/412:35 pmBUF - IAD

1 stop5h 43mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$75

Sat 12/63:18 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/30

$79

Sun 2/229:57 amBUF - BWI

1 stop22h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$80

Thu 12/412:35 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop11h 49mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$81

Sat 12/133:18 pmBUF - BWI

1 stop16h 00mFrontier

Deal found 10/30

$85

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 11/27

11:40 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/4

8:00 pm-11:51 am

1 stop15h 51m

$169

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 1/10

11:04 am-7:47 am

1 stop20h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$177

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 12/3

6:12 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

3:26 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$191

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 3/11

6:16 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/17

5:15 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 12/11

6:12 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 12/13

5:31 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 2/26

6:16 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 51m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 3/11

1:00 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop3h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 45m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 3/11

5:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 51m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Sat 12/6

6:12 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$199

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 11/27

11:40 am-7:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/4

11:48 am-11:51 am

2 stops24h 03m

$200

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Compare providers for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in October.

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Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 83 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 Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $97). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 WAS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Delta

7.9

Good

7,998 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,998 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,035 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,243 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
For a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., you will be flying from Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Buffalo is the only Buffalo airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Buffalo on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in 3h 51m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 296 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $187. Users have found that American Airlines is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $118 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $122 and Delta from $142 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular route from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are GoJet (98%), Mesa Airlines (97%) and United Airlines (93%).
What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
On average you can expect to pay $326 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington) is currently priced at $157.
Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $97). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Southwest	Cheapest$112	Average$343	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Frontier	Cheapest$156	Average$203	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$179	Average$270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$187	Average$268	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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