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$122+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to San Diego (BUF - SAN)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SAN
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Tue 11/5
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The best prices from Buffalo to San Diego are usually found in January or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 31, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$270
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$122
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:00 amBUF - SAN
1 stop8h 53mJetBlue
Mon 12/168:55 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop10h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 10/30$270
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/1211:56 amBUF - SAN
1 stop15h 33mDelta
Mon 11/1810:39 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/29$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/186:00 amBUF - SAN
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2410:39 pmSAN - BUF
2 stops10h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/188:10 amBUF - SAN
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/249:30 amSAN - BUF
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/71:54 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/115:15 pmSAN - BUF
2 stops13h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$421
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2712:21 pmBUF - SAN
1 stop14h 35mFrontier
Sun 12/17:08 pmSAN - BUF
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$604

Find flights from Buffalo to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to San Diego 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Fri 1/24

7:59 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops30h 53m

$122

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Buffalo

Thu 2/27

1:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$173

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BUF - SAN

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Buffalo

Fri 1/24

2:43 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$208

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BUF - SAN

BUFSAN

Buffalo

Fri 1/24

11:52 am-8:10 pm

2 stops11h 18m

$213

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Buffalo

Tue 11/12

7:55 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop27h 53m

$217

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Buffalo

Wed 12/18

11:44 am-8:40 am

2 stops23h 56m

$390

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Buffalo

Mon 12/30

7:15 am-1:35 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$423

BuffaloSan Diego

BUF - SAN

BUFSAN

Buffalo

Mon 12/9

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

8:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop10h 35m

$270

BuffaloSan Diego

BUF - SAN

BUFSAN

Buffalo

Tue 11/12

11:56 am-12:29 am

1 stop15h 33m

San Diego

Mon 11/18

10:39 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$303

BuffaloSan Diego

BUF - SAN

BUFSAN

Buffalo

Wed 12/18

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 47m

San Diego

Tue 12/24

10:39 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$386

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

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

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Buffalo to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buffalo to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Buffalo to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

When flying from Buffalo to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue from Buffalo to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,514 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Buffalo to San Diego for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to San Diego for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on JetBlue for just $270, but on average you can expect to pay $424.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Buffalo to San Diego for under $500?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Buffalo to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to San Diego round-trip from $270. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $303, and American Airlines, from $386. Users have found that JetBlue is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Buffalo to San Diego are Frontier ($122), JetBlue ($173), and United Airlines ($208).

  • What does BUF to SAN mean?

    Buffalo Airport is BUF and San Diego Airport is SAN. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to San Diego that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Buffalo to San Diego flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Buffalo to San Diego with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Buffalo to San Diego flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to San Diego?

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to San Diego that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Buffalo to San Diego offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Buffalo to San Diego flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Buffalo to San Diego flight deals updated?

    The Buffalo to San Diego flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Buffalo to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to San Diego. 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$204Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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