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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $436-$607
American Airlines
Thu 10/4Sun 10/7
ABQ - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $146-$293
American Airlines
Mon 10/29
ABQ - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albuquerque and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $409 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 6h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo (ABQ-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Buffalo

Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:00 pm - 10:35 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
6h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:50 pm - 11:51 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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5:40 am - 3:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:59 am - 1:04 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:58 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:17 amBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$339Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
5:42 am - 3:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:46 pm - 11:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
United Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 9:07 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
11h 17m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:45 am - 12:37 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$344United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 5:02 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
9h 42m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:54 amBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 15
Delta Logo
11:26 am - 11:05 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
9h 39m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 10:33 amBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$344Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
11:22 am - 11:59 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
10h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:20 am - 10:22 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
13h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 11:40 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
7h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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7:35 pm - 11:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$374Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
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10:50 am - 9:05 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
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10:50 am - 6:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$377Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Buffalo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo start at $339. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $436 to $607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Buffalo?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Buffalo, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 76% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$170
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Buffalo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albuquerque to Buffalo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albuquerque to Buffalo?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

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

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 49% on the Albuquerque to Buffalo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $862, a difference of $416. 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 Albuquerque to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Albuquerque to Buffalo takes 0h 00m, covering 1,583 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Albuquerque to Buffalo:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 $339 to $1,584. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albuquerque to Buffalo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $202, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 32m, compared with 6h 36m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 6h 40m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Albuquerque and Buffalo?

    Buffalo is 2 hours ahead of Albuquerque (Eastern Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albuquerque to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo range from $436 to $607, with an average of $488 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albuquerque to Buffalo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $446 - about $416 less than Thursday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Buffalo trip for February. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $608 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Albuquerque to Buffalo

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Albuquerque (ABQ)
Buffalo (BUF)