Flying from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) taking off from either of these.
Buffalo is three hours ahead of Phoenix. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Phoenix to BUF.
During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 20 miles from central Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Consider beginning your travels from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). You can book a direct Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Phoenix to BUF with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of PHX.
Southwest Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the PHX to BUF route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, with 68.75% of its services landing on time.
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to BUF flight? Check in to a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82.57% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're making your way to AZA from the center of Phoenix, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 35 miles.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights touch down when they should. At AZA, that figure is 78.65%.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near BUF and be in snooze mode sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and explore beyond Buffalo's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport to central Buffalo is about 8 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is $74. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $189. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Phoenix to BUF by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Buffalo. August is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 82ºF. Book your Phoenix to BUF plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºF and 36ºF.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buffalo:
Your Buffalo visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 180 miles south-west of Buffalo, a trip to Cleveland will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Pittsburgh, about 180 miles south of Buffalo. Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh are among its highlights.
