Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Buffalo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Buffalo

With a population of 261.310, Buffalo is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Buffalo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Buffalo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Patrick's Rooftop () and BUFFALO CHOPHOUSE - PRIME STEAKS & FRESH SEAFOOD (282 Franklin St.) are great picks.

When to visit Buffalo

Buffalo in December
Estimated package price
$116
2 travelers
Flight to Buffalo
3 nights at hotel
Buffalo in December
Estimated package price
$116
2 travelers
Flight to Buffalo
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Buffalo in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Buffalo, with an average rainfall of 2.5″.

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How to Get to Buffalo

Plane

When flying to Buffalo, you’ll arrive at Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Buffalo include American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Buffalo departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Buffalo is to pick up a car rental from Pittsburgh, which is about 287 km from Buffalo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Plane

When flying to Buffalo, you’ll arrive at Buffalo Airport (BUF), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Buffalo include American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue. The shortest domestic flight to Buffalo departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Buffalo is to pick up a car rental from Pittsburgh, which is about 287 km from Buffalo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Pittsburgh.

Airports near Buffalo

BUFBuffalo
ROCGreater Rochester Intl
ERIErie

Airlines serving Buffalo

Lufthansa
Good (8,124 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,103 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,439 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,992 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,946 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,871 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,321 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,320 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,564 reviews)
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Where to stay in Buffalo

From 5-star hotels such as the Curtiss Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel to great affordable options like the Residence Inn by Marriott Buffalo Downtown, Buffalo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $209 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $287 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baymont by Wyndham Buffalo and Econo Lodge Buffalo South. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Buffalo, with prices from $22 to $847 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Buffalo are about 72% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Buffalo by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Buffalo

Most booked hotels in Buffalo

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hamburg By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 370 reviews)
$189+
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Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 987 reviews)
$148+
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Best Western On The Avenue
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1167 reviews)
$158+
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Aloft Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 639 reviews)
$144+
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Best Western Buffalo Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 389 reviews)
$126+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1012 reviews)
$131+
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Renting a car in Buffalo

Renting a car in Buffalo costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Buffalo is the Budget branch at 4200 Genesee Street, which is 13 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Buffalo.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Buffalo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Buffalo is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Buffalo costs $69 per day, on average, or $139 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Buffalo is the Budget branch at 4200 Genesee Street, which is 13 km from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Buffalo.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Buffalo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23. The most frequently booked car type in Buffalo is Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 46% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Buffalo

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5 Adults, 2 Bags

$47/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

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