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Cheapest round-trip
$324
Typical prices: $401-$627
Southwest
Sun 10/28Tue 10/30
BUF - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $228-$376
Frontier
Sat 10/6
BUF - SJC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 29% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Cheapest • Avg $282 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to San Jose (BUF-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to San Jose

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:40 am - 2:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
7h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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12:55 pm - 12:20 amSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$376Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:30 am - 3:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
8h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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11:00 pm - 10:50 amSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
8h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$376Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:00 am - 11:44 amBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
8h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:30 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
9h 29m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$381Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:00 am - 11:44 amBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
8h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
13h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$381Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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6:00 am - 12:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
9h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
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11:00 pm - 10:50 amSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
8h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$381Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:30 am - 3:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
8h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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8:25 am - 9:10 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
9h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago Midway
$381Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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2:00 pm - 9:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
10h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:25 am - 9:10 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
9h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago Midway
$386Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:06 am - 4:20 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
10h 14m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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9:48 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
11h 11m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$386Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
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12:15 pm - 7:52 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
10h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
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9:48 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
11h 11m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$386Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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12:15 pm - 7:52 pmBUF  Buffalo-SJC San Jose
10h 37m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-BUF Buffalo
13h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$386Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to San Jose flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Jose start at $324. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $401 to $627. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $324 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to San Jose, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Buffalo to San Jose flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Buffalo to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to San Jose 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 Jose flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Buffalo to San Jose usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Buffalo to San Jose route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 48%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $388 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $736: a $348 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 2,286 miles.

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

    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 Buffalo to San Jose 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 $324 to $2,326. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $208, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 7h 06m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 09m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to San Jose range from $401 to $627, with an average of $536 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to San Jose 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $388 - about $348 less than Monday (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to San Jose trip for April. Fares historically average $381 round-trip in that month - typically $359 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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 Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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