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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Buffalo has to offer.

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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 Atlanta and takes around 2h.

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 Atlanta and takes around 2h.

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 (8,049 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,031 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,394 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,794 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (926 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,579 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,149 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,483 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 $218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $290 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baymont by Wyndham Buffalo and Lenox Hotel And Suites. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Buffalo, with prices from $22 to $761 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Buffalo are about 14% 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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Wyndham Garden Buffalo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 979 reviews)
$157+
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Aloft Buffalo Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 640 reviews)
$152+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buffalo Amherst
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1008 reviews)
$117+
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Best Western Buffalo Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 378 reviews)
$123+
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Buffalo Airport Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1735 reviews)
$82+
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Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel And Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1388 reviews)
$144+
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Renting a car in Buffalo

Renting a car in Buffalo costs $65 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 3 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Buffalo.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Buffalo is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Buffalo costs $65 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 3 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Buffalo.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Buffalo is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Buffalo

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

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$46/day

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