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Cheapest round-trip
$148
Typical prices: $250-$436
Frontier
Fri 10/26Sat 10/27
BUF - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$319
Typical prices: $271-$442
Southwest
Mon 9/24Mon 10/1
BUF - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 46m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $172 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Tampa (BUF-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Tampa

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:44 pm - 10:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
8h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:11 pm - 1:15 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
20h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$148Frontier
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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1:44 pm - 10:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
8h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:58 pm - 1:15 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
39h 17m2 stops Philadelphia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$212Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
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1:44 pm - 7:05 amBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
17h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
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7:08 am - 12:59 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$216Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 9
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1:40 pm - 10:34 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
8h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:22 pm - 12:59 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
15h 37m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$223Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 17
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5:00 pm - 9:50 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
4h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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8:45 am - 2:25 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$291Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:08 am - 10:50 amBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
4h 42m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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7:03 pm - 11:59 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
4h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$291American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:00 am - 2:03 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
6h 03m1 stop Philadelphia
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12:11 pm - 5:10 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
4h 59m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$291American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 am - 11:15 amBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
5h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:20 pm - 12:05 amTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
5h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:00 am - 11:37 amBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
5h 37m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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5:15 pm - 10:53 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
5h 38m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$291Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:10 pm - 7:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-TPA Tampa
6h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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9:30 am - 4:30 pmTPA  Tampa-BUF Buffalo
7h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Baltimore/Washington
$296Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Tampa flights

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Tampa start at $148. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $250 to $436. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $148 on Frontier.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Tampa, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Tampa?

  • January and October are the cheapest months to fly from Buffalo to Tampa at $260 round-trip.
  • June ($399) and April ($385) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Buffalo to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to Tampa are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Buffalo to Tampa

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Buffalo to Tampa flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$70
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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Your Buffalo to Tampa flight questions, answered

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

  • Can a non-traveler accompany a disabled, elderly, or minor traveler to Buffalo Airport?

    Non-travelers accompanying disabled, minor, or elderly travelers must have a temporary gate pass and produce a government-issued document upon request. The non-traveler will pass through security and must leave the airport as soon as the passenger boards the plane.

  • Can you sleep at Buffalo Airport?

    You may want to have a rest as you await your flight. Buffalo Airport Terminal is open 24h, and seats are available on all Departures Levels. People planning to stay overnight at Buffalo Airport in advance of their early morning flights can nap at the padded, armrest-free benches spread across the airport.

  • Are there hotels near Buffalo Airport?

    There are several hotels with free shuttles where travelers can spend time ahead of their flight from Buffalo Airport to Tampa Airport. Aloft Buffalo Airport, which is approximately 5min from Buffalo Airport, offers free shuttles to and from the Departure Terminal. Other hotels near Buffalo Airport include Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buffalo, and Days Inn Hotel Buffalo. Facilities available at these hotels include salons, spas, bars, and workstations.

  • What kind of passenger assistance service is at Tampa Airport?

    Traveler’s Aid is an organization that assists distressed and stranded passengers upon arriving at Tampa Airport. It has volunteers who help passengers with currency exchange, destination queries, and lost luggage. Located at the Main Terminal, Travel Aid opens from 9am-7pm from Monday to Wednesday and from 9am-4pm from Thursday to Sunday.

  • Is there public transport from Tampa Airport to the city center?

    Hillsborough Area Regional Transit operates a bus from the airport to various destinations in the city center. Car rental services, including Payless, Budget, Avis, and Hertz, are at Tampa Airport. Car rental offices are available from the Main Terminal via the SkyConnect train, an in-terminal train in Tampa Airport. Taxis to various destinations across Tampas from TPA Airport are also available at the baggage claim area. The minimum fare for a taxi ride from TPA Airport is around US$ 15 (C$ 18.70).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Buffalo to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating Buffalo to Tampa flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Buffalo to Tampa?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Buffalo and Tampa.

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Tampa usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Buffalo to Tampa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Buffalo to Tampa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $172 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $353 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Buffalo to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Buffalo to Tampa?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 8% 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 Tampa?

    On the Buffalo to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $301 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $375: a $74 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Buffalo to Tampa spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Buffalo to Tampa flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Buffalo to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Buffalo to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 7:51 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:45 pm and lands at 11:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 46m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $339. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Tampa takes 2h 46m, covering 1,055 miles.

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

    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 Tampa 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 $148 to $1,474. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $128, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Raleigh-Durham (RDU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 4h 46m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 4h 49m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Priceless
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Tampa range from $250 to $436, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $250 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Tampa 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $301 - about $74 less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Tampa trip for January. Fares historically average $260 round-trip in that month - typically $139 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $172 round-trip on this route - about $181 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore
  • Buffalo Airport (BUF) long-term parking rate at a covered Parking Garage is around US$ 26 (C$ 32) per day. Parking a vehicle at an uncovered parking lot costs around $ 23. The airport’s Preferred Parking Lots cost approximately US$ 12 (C$ 15) per day and a maximum of US$ 72 (C$ 90) a week.
  • There is a direct bus departing North Division St and Ellicott St to Buffalo Airport every 15min. The journey to the airport via Genesse St. takes approximately 35min.
  • There is no luggage storage or lockers inside Buffalo Airport. However, there is a monitored luggage storage service located approximately 1.44 km away.
  • Single-visit passes and membership lounges are available for all passengers visiting Tampa Airport (TPA), irrespective of their airline. American Airlines Admiral Club lounge is open for all passengers, however, Delta Sky Club can only be accessed by members.
  • Food and drinks concessions at Tampa Airport operate with varying schedules. For example, Starbuck operates 24 hours at the Main Terminal on Level 3 and Transfer Level.

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