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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Buffalo to San Diego departing on 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$285
Typical prices: $296-$475
JetBlue
Wed 11/4Sat 11/7
BUF - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $154-$439
Frontier
Mon 9/28
BUF - SAN • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and San Diego. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Boston (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Minneapolis (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 47m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 14% price drop
August
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to San Diego (BUF-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to San Diego

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
JetBlue Logo
12:10 pm - 8:20 pm
BUF
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SAN
11h 10m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
9:30 pm - 8:27 am
SAN
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BUF
7h 57m
1 stop
$285JetBlue
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
JetBlue Logo
12:10 pm - 8:20 pm
BUF
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SAN
11h 10m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
9:30 pm - 8:27 am
SAN
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BUF
7h 57m
1 stop
$285JetBlue
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 11:15 pm
BUF
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SAN
9h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 9:55 am
SAN
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BUF
8h 15m
1 stop
$307Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 12:10 pm
BUF
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SAN
7h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 10:50 am
SAN
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BUF
9h 10m
1 stop
$307Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
12:09 pm - 5:29 pm
BUF
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SAN
8h 20m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:46 pm - 11:39 am
SAN
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BUF
9h 53m
1 stop
$307American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Sep 25
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 2:11 pm
BUF
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SAN
9h 56m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
10:46 pm - 11:39 am
SAN
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BUF
9h 53m
1 stop
$307American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
12:32 pm - 6:42 pm
BUF
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SAN
9h 10m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 11:23 am
SAN
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BUF
9h 43m
1 stop
$307Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 11:25 am
BUF
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SAN
8h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 11:53 pm
SAN
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BUF
6h 23m
1 stop
$307Delta
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 10:10 pm
BUF
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SAN
7h 12m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 10:37 pm
SAN
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BUF
8h 37m
1 stop
$307United Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 5:00 pm
BUF
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SAN
9h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 10:37 pm
SAN
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BUF
7h 04m
1 stop
$312United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Buffalo to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Buffalo to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Buffalo to San Diego departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Diego from Buffalo usually cost between $350 and $456 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $307 on American Airlines (Sep 22-Sep 29).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Buffalo to San Diego is October, where tickets cost $351 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $550 and $458 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Buffalo to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$133
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Buffalo to San Diego

  • 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?

  • What is the cheapest flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Buffalo to San Diego was $133 for a one-way ticket and $307 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Buffalo to San Diego. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Buffalo to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Buffalo to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Buffalo and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Buffalo to San Diego, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Buffalo to San Diego are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $428 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $386 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Buffalo to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Buffalo to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Buffalo to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Buffalo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Buffalo with another airline. Booking your flights between Buffalo and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Buffalo to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Buffalo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Buffalo to San Diego

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  • 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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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Buffalo (BUF)
San Diego (SAN)