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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $430-$600
American Airlines
Fri 12/7Fri 12/14
BUF - SEA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $238-$365
Delta
Sat 12/8
BUF - SEA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Seattle. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Seattle (BUF-SEA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Seattle

Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
7:53 am - 3:58 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 10:54 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
10h 39m1 stop Philadelphia
$325American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 12:42 amBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:09 am - 6:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
8h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 4:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
$325Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
7:25 pm - 1:20 amBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
9:25 am - 8:50 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$325Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:36 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
11h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 8:34 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 19m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 2:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
10h 34m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 11:24 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
9h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$325Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
United Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 11:07 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 4:57 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
8h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$330United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 10:43 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:01 am - 10:57 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
10h 56m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$330United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
Frontier Logo
12:39 pm - 3:12 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
29h 33m2 stops Orlando Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:48 pm - 1:03 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
14h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$584Frontier
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:57 pmBUF  Buffalo-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 16m1 stop Philadelphia
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 11:42 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BUF Buffalo
12h 37m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl
$642Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Seattle 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 Seattle?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Seattle typically range from $430 to $600. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Seattle. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Seattle?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Seattle at $384 round-trip.
•April ($618) and January ($609) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Buffalo to Seattle the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to Seattle are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Buffalo to Seattle flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 80% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Seattle

When to book flights from Buffalo to Seattle

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Buffalo to Seattle:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Seattle?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Seattle takes 00m, covering 2,115 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Seattle?

    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 Seattle flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Seattle range from $430 to $600, with an average of $512 over the past 12 months. Anything below $430 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 57% above the $512 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Seattle 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 $325 to $1,163. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Seattle are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $202, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA)?

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $61 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Seattle usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Buffalo to Seattle. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $437 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $566, a difference of $129.

    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 Seattle?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 17m, compared with 7h 25m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 41m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and Seattle?

    Seattle 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 Seattle?

    Some of the most popular sights in Seattle are Pike Place Market, Lumen Field and Space Needle. These are among the most viewed places in Seattle on KAYAK.

  • Are there any transportation options to get me from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport to downtown Seattle?

    A very convenient choice for transportation from the airport is to travel on the King County Metro bus route 124, that can make the trip in around 40 minutes. You can also ride on the Sound Transit 1-Line that will take you from the airport to the downtown area in around 30 minutes.

  • If I plan on renting a car when I arrive at Seattle Tacoma International Airport, where will I find the rental car companies?

    All the rental car companies that operate at this airport do so at the offsite rental car facility. To access this facility after a flight, travel aboard one of the complimentary shuttle buses that passengers can pick up on the lower drive outside of the baggage claim level. There are pick-up points at both ends of the terminal building.

  • If I am going to be using a rideshare service to get me from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport after a flight, where should I plan on meeting my ride?

    All rideshare service vehicles will make their pick-ups at this airport on floor number three of the parking garage. Passengers should look for their vehicles in Parking Rows G, H, I, and J in both the Purple and Orange sections of the garage.

  • Are there any hotels that have a convenient location close to the terminal buildings at the sea Seattle Tacoma International Airport?

    A very convenient choice that sits right along Pacific Highway South across from the terminal building at the airport is the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center, and passengers can access this hotel by walking directly from the airport to the hotel via the sky bridge. Travelers who prefer not to walk will also find this airport offers a complimentary airport shuttle.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Seattle 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $437, about $129 less than Saturday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Seattle trip for February. Fares historically average $384 round-trip in that month - typically $234 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

    • Coast Gateway Hotel
    • Seattle Airport Marriott
    • Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport
  • A fantastic way to get to the Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) from the center of Buffalo without having to drive in your own car is to take the Line 24 bus operated by NFTA can make this trip in around 30 minutes.
  • If you plan on driving your own car to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, this airport allows you to book your parking and reserve a spot online on their website. Passengers looking for the most economical choice for parking at this airport should consider the Economy Parking Lot, that has ample blue signage showing its location just offsite from the airport property.
  • If you plan on taking a pet or a service animal with you through the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, it is important to know that this airport offers a pet relief area just outside of the terminal building as well as an indoor pet relief area with a location between Gates 11 and 14.
  • If you are looking for a way to pass the time before a flight from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, this airport offers a barbershop that you will find on the upper level of the airport just before the security checkpoint.
  • If you are a mother who is nursing and traveling through the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, this airport features a nursing room that has a location near gate 14. The nursing room features a comfortable leather chair, power outlets, a table, as well as a sink.

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