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Cheapest round-trip
$99
Typical prices: $139-$302
Frontier
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
ATL - BUF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$50
Typical prices: $82-$234
Frontier
Sun 10/7
ATL - BUF • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 03m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $233 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Buffalo (ATL-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Buffalo

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:49 am - 12:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
2h 10mnonstop
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1:44 pm - 4:11 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 27mnonstop
$99Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:49 am - 12:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
2h 10mnonstop
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1:44 pm - 4:11 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 27mnonstop
$99Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:19 pm - 7:03 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
4h 44m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:44 pm - 4:11 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 27mnonstop
$122Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:19 pm - 7:03 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
4h 44m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:44 pm - 4:11 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 27mnonstop
$125Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:16 am - 11:16 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
2h 00mnonstop
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7:25 pm - 9:38 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 13mnonstop
$139Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:31 pm - 5:31 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
2h 00mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:15 amBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 15mnonstop
$139Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:05 am - 2:04 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
6h 59m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:38 am - 5:47 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 09m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$143JetBlue
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:02 pm - 7:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
7h 57m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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4:04 pm - 11:11 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 07m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$144JetBlue
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:30 am - 12:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
4h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:45 pm - 11:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$148Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:35 pm - 11:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-BUF Buffalo
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:45 pm - 11:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$148Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Buffalo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Buffalo start at $99. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $139 to $302. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $99 on Frontier.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Buffalo, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Buffalo?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Buffalo at $146 round-trip.
•November ($270) and December ($243) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Atlanta to Buffalo the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to Buffalo are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Buffalo

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Atlanta to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$50
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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Your Atlanta to Buffalo flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines have lounges at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta have lounges at ATL. You can access the AA and United lounges by showing your flight ticket and paying at the door, but the Delta lounge is open to members only. The AA lounge is on Concourse T around Gate T10. United Club is also on Concourse T around Gate T11. Delta has multiple locations at ATL; they have two locations on Concourses A and D and single locations on Concourses B, C, E, F, and T.

  • Does Buffalo Niagara International Airport offer family services?

    BUF is a family-friendly airport, and they have provided passengers with baby care facilities and a children’s play area for the older kids. The nursing lounges feature baby changing tables, comfortable seating, and power outlets. You’ll find the nursing lounges at BUF around Gate 12. For the older kids, the airport has a Fisher-Price branded children’s play area around Gate 19.

  • How do I get downtown from Buffalo Niagara International Airport?

    The bus serves the airport, and NFTA Metro Route 204 provides nonstop service between BUF and downtown Buffalo. The buses cost about $2.50 and depart every 30min during peak hours. The regular metro buses also serve the airport, and Route 24, Route 27, and Route 68 provide the services from BUF. Option B is taking a taxi or the shared-ride shuttles. You’ll find this on the Arrivals Level of the terminal, across from Crosswalk 3. Car rentals are an option for those looking to drive from BUF, and companies have counters on the Arrivals level near Crosswalks 3 and 4.

  • Does Buffalo Niagara International Airport offer accessible services?

    BUF is an accessible airport. The airport has provided ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, and reserved parking spots for passengers with limited mobility. These passengers can also organize wheelchair assistance at BUF through their airlines. Low-vision passengers will have access to the free Aira services at BUF, while hard-of-hearing passengers have TTY telephones and visual paging services.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to Buffalo flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to Buffalo flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Atlanta to Buffalo?

    2 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and Buffalo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from Atlanta to Buffalo usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to Buffalo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Buffalo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Buffalo?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $201 round-trip, compared to $233 via a layover through Orlando (MCO).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to Buffalo?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to Buffalo?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Atlanta to Buffalo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $177 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $231: a $54 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to Buffalo spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Buffalo flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 11:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 12:02 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 03m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to Buffalo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 64% above the route average of $204. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Buffalo takes 2h 03m, covering 712 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 $99 to $856. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $107, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 38m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 08m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • 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 Atlanta to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Buffalo range from $139 to $302, with an average of $204 over the past 12 months. Anything below $139 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Buffalo flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Buffalo flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Atlanta 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $177 - about $54 less than Monday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Buffalo trip for February. Fares historically average $146 round-trip in that month - typically $124 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) is a busy airport with two terminals and seven concourses. The airport complex is connected by a train that runs every 5-10min and moving walkways.
  • Are you traveling with your pet? ATL has provided several pet relief areas for your furry companion. There are pet relief areas around the following gates: A10, E14, F7, B33, T7, and C19. There’s a pet relief area in the International Arrivals section and a dog park in the Domestic Terminal.
  • Around 570 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Atlanta to Buffalo. You can make this trip more sustainably with Delta Airlines, which offers a flight that emits 59% less carbon per passenger on this route.
  • Set up your office as soon as you land on one of the workstations for passengers at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). The workstations are free to use, and the desks have power outlets and data ports. The workstations are airside around Gates 3, 14, and 20.
  • If you need baggage services at BUF, Smarte Carte is available, and they provide baggage carts at a fee. You’ll find Smarte Carte on the lower level in the baggage claim area.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Buffalo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Buffalo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Buffalo

Monday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Thursday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Friday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Buffalo to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Thursday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Friday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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