Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Buffalo?

Flights from Albany to Buffalo usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Buffalo?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albany to Buffalo.

Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Buffalo pass through?

Connecting flights from Albany to Buffalo most commonly pass through: • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 50% of one-stop connections • Philadelphia (PHL) - 50% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Buffalo?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Albany to Buffalo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $222 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $585, a difference of $363. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Albany to Buffalo?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Albany to Buffalo. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 34m and 4h 15m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Buffalo?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Albany to Buffalo changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $306 to $1,392. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Albany to Buffalo looking right now?

One-way fares from Albany to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $250, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Buffalo?

Flying via Philadelphia (PHL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 4h 15m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?

Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Alamo • Thrifty

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Albany to Buffalo?

Southwest ($306) and Delta ($318) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Albany to Buffalo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Albany to Buffalo?

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Philadelphia (PHL) are the most popular layovers for the Albany to Buffalo route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DCA or PHL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Albany to Buffalo?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $438. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Albany to Buffalo which airport offers the shortest layover?

Philadelphia (PHL) had the shortest average connection time for Albany to Buffalo layovers at 127 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18

12:55 pm - 5:35 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

4h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

5:50 am - 11:45 amBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

5h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$306Southwest

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

5:50 am - 9:10 amALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

3h 20m1 stop New York LaGuardia

7:43 pm - 11:27 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

3h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$318Delta

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

7:35 pm - 11:50 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

4h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:59 pm - 11:44 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

3h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$339United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8

10:03 am - 3:01 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

4h 58m1 stop Philadelphia

6:00 am - 9:38 amBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

3h 38m1 stop Philadelphia

$348American Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 21

6:00 am - 1:15 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 1:37 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$349United Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

7:00 pm - 11:59 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

4h 59m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:00 am - 10:03 amBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

4h 03m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$357American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

2:50 pm - 6:40 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

3h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

2:50 pm - 9:05 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

6h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$358Southwest

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9

5:50 am - 9:19 amALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

3h 29m1 stop New York LaGuardia

6:28 pm - 10:53 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

4h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia

$359Delta

Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 22

8:20 am - 2:55 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

6h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

4:00 pm - 11:40 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

7h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$362Southwest

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18

12:55 pm - 5:35 pmALB Albany Intl-BUF Buffalo

4h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

5:50 am - 4:00 pmBUF Buffalo-ALB Albany Intl

10h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$367Southwest

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to Buffalo?

Round-trip flights from Albany to Buffalo start at $306. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $256 to $623. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $306 on Southwest.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Buffalo?
Flights from Albany to Buffalo usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Buffalo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albany to Buffalo.
Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Buffalo pass through?
Connecting flights from Albany to Buffalo most commonly pass through:

• Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 50% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Buffalo?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Albany to Buffalo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $222 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $585, a difference of $363. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How long is a flight from Albany to Buffalo?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Albany to Buffalo. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 34m and 4h 15m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Buffalo?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Albany to Buffalo changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $306 to $1,392. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Albany to Buffalo looking right now?
One-way fares from Albany to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $250, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Buffalo?
Flying via Philadelphia (PHL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 34m, compared with 4h 15m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).
What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?
Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Thrifty

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $222 - about $363 less than Thursday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Buffalo Airport.
- Aloft Buffalo Airport
- Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport

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