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$89+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$238 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/261:20 pmBUF - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Tue 9/26:50 amBWI - BUF
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/125:38 amBUF - DCA
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1510:25 pmDCA - BUF
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/196:00 amBUF - IAD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/218:25 amIAD - BUF
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$179
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/161:14 pmBUF - IAD
1 stop10h 12mFrontier
Sat 8/239:33 pmIAD - BUF
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/206:20 amBUF - BWI
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Tue 8/266:25 pmBWI - BUF
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 7/30$187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 8/184:40 pmBUF - BWI
1 stop6h 44mFrontier
Sat 8/232:53 pmBWI - BUF
1 stop19h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/216:10 amBUF - DCA
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/256:55 pmDCA - BUF
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 9/176:15 amBUF - IAD
1 stop5h 13mDelta
Sat 9/206:00 amIAD - BUF
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/31$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/2312:18 pmBUF - DCA
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Sun 8/247:55 pmDCA - BUF
1 stop3h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/29$198
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/53:55 pmBUF - DCA
1 stop7h 01mJetBlue
Sun 9/75:30 pmDCA - BUF
1 stop4h 37mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/216:07 amBUF - BWI
2 stops7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:00 amBWI - BUF
2 stops6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/176:00 amBUF - IAD
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2012:48 pmIAD - BUF
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$256

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Buffalo

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Tue 8/26

1:20 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/2

6:50 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$177

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Fri 9/12

5:38 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/15

10:25 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$179

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Fri 9/19

6:00 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

8:25 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$179

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Sat 8/16

1:14 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/23

9:33 pm-10:17 am

1 stop12h 44m

$185

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Tue 10/21

7:30 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop3h 32m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$187

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Mon 8/18

4:40 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/23

6:50 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$195

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 8/21

6:10 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/25

6:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$197

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Wed 9/17

6:15 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-9:39 am

1 stop3h 39m

$197

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Sat 8/23

12:18 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/24

7:55 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop3h 23m

$198

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Fri 9/5

3:55 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/7

5:30 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

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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.?

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

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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 54% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
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
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 14 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day. 4 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. from Buffalo on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    The Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight path was viewed by 52 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $177 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $179 and $179 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest 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 $89 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $93 and Delta from $94 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 - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington 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 $257 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $178.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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.

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$139Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$156Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$185Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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