Traveling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your EDI to BUF flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and BUF:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
$419 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $579. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to BUF.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
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For the best deal, book your ride from Buffalo Niagara International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
The street address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is roughly 11 miles from the center of Buffalo. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Buffalo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 82ºF. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to BUF in January. Temperatures average between 14ºF and 36ºF then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Buffalo. Around 290 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, about 280 miles south-east of Buffalo. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.