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$64+ 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
Mar 3 — Mar 101
Tue 3/3
Tue 3/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/21:48 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop27h 25m
Frontier
Wed 3/48:25 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop15h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/30$141
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:45 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/30$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/261:39 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Sun 3/16:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 1/30$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:45 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Wed 2/258:25 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop15h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$159
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/141:08 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop11h 41m
Frontier
Thu 4/1610:00 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop10h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 1/30$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2812:00 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop12h 36m
Frontier
Sat 3/74:53 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop18h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/261:39 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$175
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1811:44 am
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Tue 4/286:05 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/21:48 pm
BUF
-
BWI
2 stops19h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/48:25 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/231:48 pm
BUF
-
BWI
2 stops19h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/26:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 4/176:00 am
BUF
-
DCA
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Sun 4/196:00 am
DCA
-
BUF
1 stop5h 06m
Delta
Deal found 1/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 4/177:00 am
BUF
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IAD
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Sun 4/196:50 pm
IAD
-
BUF
1 stop5h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/30$199

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

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 February 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$141
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$64
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 1, 2026.
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

Mon 3/2

1:48 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/4

8:25 pm-11:39 am

1 stop15h 14m

$141

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 4/23

11:25 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/27

6:05 am-12:13 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$160

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 2/28

12:00 pm-12:36 am

1 stop12h 36m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/7

4:53 pm-11:05 am

1 stop18h 12m

$173

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 2/26

1:39 pm-12:31 am

1 stop10h 52m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$175

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 4/18

11:44 am-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/28

6:05 am-12:13 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$181

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Mon 3/2

1:48 pm-9:06 am

2 stops19h 18m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/4

8:25 pm-11:39 am

1 stop15h 14m

$184

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 2/26

1:39 pm-8:41 am

2 stops19h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-1:24 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$188

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Mon 2/23

1:48 pm-9:06 am

2 stops19h 18m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$194

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 3/11

11:37 am-5:00 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/14

2:00 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$199

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Fri 7/10

5:13 am-6:38 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/12

10:26 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$199

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

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 Washington, D.C. in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice 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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 January 30, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 79 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $86). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 February 1, 2026.

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 in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 42% 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 January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

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 February 1, 2026.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 February 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American 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
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,222 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,211 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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

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 10 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 1h 25m. Fly via Frontier, Delta, or American Airlines 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 $179. 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 $89 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $98 and United Airlines from $119 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 Republic Airways (85%), United Airlines (79%) and GoJet (78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,310 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $117 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington) is currently priced at $184.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of $86). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 February 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$112Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$156Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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