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$74+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
Apr 16 — Apr 231
Thu 4/16
Thu 4/23
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 March 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/2712:32 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop22h 50m
Frontier
Mon 5/42:43 pm
BWI
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BUF
1 stop19h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 4/221:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Sat 4/255:53 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop17h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/291:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:25 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop13h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/221:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Tue 4/286:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$169
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1312:42 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:05 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop5h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 4/281:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Wed 4/296:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/141:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop21h 23m
Frontier
Tue 4/215:49 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Wed 5/132:49 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
Sat 5/169:48 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop12h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/12$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/291:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
2 stops19h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/69:25 pm
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop13h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$200
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/301:08 pm
BUF
-
BWI
1 stop11h 36m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:04 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop5h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$201
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/301:08 pm
BUF
-
IAD
1 stop5h 34m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:00 am
IAD
-
BUF
1 stop5h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 3/13$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/221:56 pm
BUF
-
BWI
2 stops19h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/286:00 am
BWI
-
BUF
1 stop6h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$202

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 March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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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 March 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Wed 5/13

2:49 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/16

9:48 pm-10:41 am

1 stop12h 53m

$166

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Wed 5/13

7:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/17

8:25 am-9:53 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$219

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Thu 5/28

10:34 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/31

8:25 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$219

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/4

3:35 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$227

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Mon 4/13

8:56 am-3:28 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/16

1:20 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$227

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 6/3

5:41 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/6

6:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$239

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Fri 5/1

5:32 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

10:35 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$241

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/7

6:40 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$242

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Fri 3/27

10:32 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/28

10:15 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$249

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 5/13

10:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/16

6:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$254

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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 March.
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 March 13, 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 March 17, 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 40% 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 March 14, 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 March 17, 2026.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 March 17, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
4,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,431 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,319 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

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 15 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 20m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or JetBlue to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 284 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 31% 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. Reagan-National or Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • 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 Copa Airlines (87%), CommutAir (79%) and Republic Airways (72%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $393 for a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington) is currently priced at $202.

  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 March 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$156Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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