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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $368-$584
United Airlines
Sat 12/8Sun 12/9
BUF - CMH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$101
Typical prices: $128-$243
Frontier
Sun 11/11
BUF - CMH • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $368 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Columbus (BUF-CMH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Columbus

Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:30 am - 11:50 amBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:00 am - 1:17 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 1:24 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
4h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:40 pm - 11:58 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
4h 18m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$315Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 11:35 amBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
6h 30m1 stop Orlando
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6:20 am - 3:15 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
8h 55m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
$320Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:05 am - 4:45 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
8h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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8:40 am - 6:10 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$325Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:00 pm - 11:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
7h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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7:15 am - 6:20 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
11h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$331Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
7:01 pm - 11:09 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
4h 08m1 stop Philadelphia
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8:00 am - 3:45 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
7h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$345American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 11:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
7h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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6:00 am - 2:25 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
8h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$356Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Nov 28
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3:25 pm - 9:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
6h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:00 pm - 12:55 amCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
6h 55m1 stop Orlando
$390Southwest
Thu, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 8
American Airlines Logo
6:14 pm - 11:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
5h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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12:32 pm - 5:57 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
5h 25m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$405American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 6:40 pmBUF  Buffalo-CMH Columbus
7h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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6:55 am - 3:15 pmCMH  Columbus-BUF Buffalo
8h 20m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
$414Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Columbus Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Columbus Airport typically range from $368 to $584. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $310, on United Airlines.

Key details for Buffalo to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$101
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Columbus Airport

When to book flights from Buffalo to Columbus

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to Columbus Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Columbus Airport?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Columbus Airport. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 24m and 4h 39m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Columbus Airport?

    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 Buffalo to Columbus Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Columbus Airport range from $368 to $584, with an average of $500 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Columbus Airport 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 $310 to $927. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Columbus Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $171.

  • What car rental options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Columbus Airport usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

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

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Buffalo to Columbus Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $380 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $644, a difference of $264.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 24m, compared with 3h 42m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 13m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Columbus Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Columbus Airport are Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Stadium and Nationwide Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Columbus Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Columbus Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $380, about $264 less than Friday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Columbus Airport trip for June. Fares historically average $362 round-trip in that month - typically $340 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport

More options for your flight from Buffalo to Columbus

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