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Cheapest round-trip
$226
Typical prices: $327-$466
JetBlue
Mon 12/10Sat 12/15
BUF - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$145
Typical prices: $174-$369
Frontier
Sun 12/9
BUF - SAN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 8% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to San Diego (BUF-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to San Diego

Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:30 am - 7:33 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
11h 03m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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9:40 pm - 9:34 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
8h 54m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$226JetBlue
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
12:11 pm - 8:01 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
10h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:05 pm - 10:43 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
9h 38m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$301Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 10:27 amBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
7h 17m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 11:05 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
9h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$301Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
JetBlue Logo
11:30 am - 7:33 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
11h 03m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:59 pmSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
8h 24m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$321JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:23 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
10h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:13 am - 10:52 pmSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
8h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$323American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 7:18 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
10h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 10:52 pmSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
8h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$323American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
Southwest Logo
1:10 pm - 7:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
9h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Dallas Love Field
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11:40 am - 10:00 pmSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
7h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$328Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 11:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
7h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:05 pm - 8:25 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Baltimore/Washington
$329Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
United Airlines Logo
1:53 pm - 6:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
7h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:39 pm - 9:53 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
9h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$347United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:27 amBUF  Buffalo-SAN San Diego
7h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:22 pm - 10:32 amSAN  San Diego-BUF Buffalo
9h 10m1 stop Newark
$347United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to San Diego 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 Buffalo to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Diego typically range from $327 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $226, on JetBlue.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to San Diego. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to San Diego?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to San Diego at $352 round-trip.
•September ($429) and March ($419) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Buffalo to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to San Diego are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Buffalo to San Diego flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$145
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to San Diego

When to book flights from Buffalo to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to San Diego.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to San Diego takes 00m, covering 2,191 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to San Diego?

    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 San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Diego range from $327 to $466, with an average of $381 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Buffalo to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 77% above the $381 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to San Diego 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 $226 to $1,050. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Flights from Buffalo to San Diego usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Buffalo to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $352 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $419, a difference of $67.

    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 Buffalo to San Diego?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 36m, compared with 6h 46m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 24m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Buffalo (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • If you will be sending an unaccompanied minor from Buffalo to San Diego, consider choosing an affordable Delta flight with one stop in either Atlanta (ATL) or Detroit (DTW). During the connection at ATL or DTW, your child can enjoy the Delta Sky Zone, a supervised lounge designed to entertain unaccompanied minors waiting for the next leg of their flight.

    Which airline provides an affordable green flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

  • A competitively-priced flight on American Airlines with one stop will leave a small carbon footprint. American Airlines is often rated one of the Top 10 most sustainable airlines in the world because they use more sustainable aviation fuel than almost any other North American airline. American also reduces waste and increases recycling on each of their flights.

    Which Buffalo to San Diego flight offers the most comfortable economy seat?

  • A Basic Economy ticket aboard Delta buys you 31 inches of seat pitch, as opposed to 28–30 inches on other comparably priced airlines. At your Delta economy seat, you can also enjoy power and USB outlets and seat back entertainment. You can buy a light meal for a fee on the second leg of the flight.

    What are some common connection cities on a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

  • On one-stop flights from BUF to SAN, Chicago (ORD) is a common connection city on United and American. American also stops in Philadelphia, Charlotte, and Dallas (DFW). Delta flights tend to stop in Atlanta, Detroit, or Minneapolis. JetBlue stops in Boston and Frontier stops in Orlando.

    Can I rent a car when I land in San Diego?

Your guide to booking Buffalo to San Diego 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 $352, about $67 less than Friday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to San Diego trip for December. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $77 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 San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort
  • Because both the Czech Republic and Germany are parties to the Schengen Agreement, Americans may visit these countries as a tourist or for business purposes for up to 90 days without applying for a visa. If you plan to be in the Schengen Area longer than 90 days, or you are traveling for other purposes, you will probably need to apply for a visa.
  • The Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is a hub for Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and Wiggins Airlines. The San Diego International Airport (SAN) is a hub for Southwest Airlines, West Air, and Alaska Airlines. You can find some of the cheapest tickets from BUF to SAN aboard Delta, JetBlue, and Southwest.
  • Some of the cheapest tickets you can buy from BUF to SAN are aboard American Airlines with one stop. Many of these flights, though not all, include one carry-on in the price of your Basic Economy ticket. Your American Airlines carry-on must be within 22 x 14 x 9 inches and 40 lb.
  • Consider pampering yourself from BUF to SAN by choosing a First Class ticket for your flight across the country. With First Class, you will speed through check-in and security, board first, and get your checked bags first when you land. Your seat in the cabin will be wider with more legroom, and you'll be able to enjoy complimentary alcoholic drinks and refined dining.
  • If you want to relax in style and comfort at BUF as you wait for your flight to San Diego, you can pay an entrance fee in order to access the exclusive lounge The Club. BUF has just one terminal, and The Club is in this terminal airside between gate 6 and 7.

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