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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $425-$633
American Airlines
Wed 12/12Sat 12/15
ABQ - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $146-$298
Delta
Sat 1/6
ABQ - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • Avg $269 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 11m (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

Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 10:52 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
6h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:49 pm - 11:42 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 10:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:17 am - 12:31 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
7:02 am - 5:58 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:29 pm - 9:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
8h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$369Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 10:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:17 am - 12:31 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 11:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
6h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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4:00 pm - 11:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
9h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
$374Southwest
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
7:02 am - 5:58 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 9:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
10h 10m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$374Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 9:49 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:53 am - 6:12 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
12h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$374American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 10:57 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:38 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
12h 08m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
$374United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
8:03 am - 6:04 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
8h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 9:12 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
11h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$380American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 10:00 pmABQ  Albuquerque-BUF Buffalo
6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:25 pm - 11:45 pmBUF  Buffalo-ABQ Albuquerque
6h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$474Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Buffalo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo typically range from $425 to $633. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albuquerque to Buffalo. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 69% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Buffalo?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque to Buffalo at $279 round-trip.
•May ($1,006) and January ($777) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 260% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Albuquerque to Buffalo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$185
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 112% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Albuquerque to Buffalo

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Albuquerque to Buffalo?

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

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo range from $425 to $633, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $425 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $369 to $1,397. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $231, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • 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).

  • 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) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Albuquerque to Buffalo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $406 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $825, a difference of $419.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 11m, compared with 6h 40m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 6h 42m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $406, about $419 less than Friday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Buffalo trip for November. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $727 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

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