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Typical prices: $332-$181
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Tampa (BUF-TPA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Buffalo to Tampa 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.
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Buffalo to Tampa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Buffalo to Tampa 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 Tampa?

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 Tampa departing in July.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Buffalo to Tampa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Buffalo to Tampa, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Tampa, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Buffalo to Tampa, 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 Tampa is August, where tickets cost $214 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $393 and $369 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Buffalo to Tampa?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $412, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Tampa, 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 Tampa, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Buffalo to Tampa

 
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When to book flights from Buffalo to Tampa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to Tampa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Buffalo to Tampa

  • 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).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Buffalo to Tampa?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Buffalo to Tampa was $92 for a one-way ticket and $222 for a round-trip.

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

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Buffalo to Tampa?

    Delta, JetBlue, Air Canada, WestJet, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Buffalo to Tampa flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Buffalo to Tampa?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Buffalo to Tampa?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Buffalo to Tampa?

    There are nonstop flights from Buffalo to Tampa on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Buffalo to Tampa are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $410 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 $381 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Tampa.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tampa 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 Tampa?

    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 Tampa with an airline and back to Buffalo with another airline. Booking your flights between Buffalo and TPA 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 Tampa?

    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 Tampa 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 Tampa

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $180 or less one-way and $418 or less round-trip.
  • Buffalo Airport (BUF) long-term parking rate at a covered Parking Garage is around US$ 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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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Buffalo to Tampa

 
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Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

2.0 MediocreDawn, Jun 2026
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Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The flight was okay. The pilots did an amazing job and kept us updated on the flight. The flight attendants were okay. They found time to be chatty with each other rather than focus on the guests. One of the attendants was a little less warm when asking about my bag I had on my lap that I was using during latter part of the mid- flight. Mind you, it was not the departure descent. I’m respectful to each and every attendant, it was the tone in her voice reminding me to place my carryon bag on the floor. I hope to have a better experience next time.

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

We had a 5 hour delay on the tarmac in Baltimore

Definitely a southern flavor. Cordiality was evident even though no drinks or snacks were served.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

Overall Good! The weather delayed our takeoff from Atlanta and our arrival in Miami! If Mother Nature can mess up a flight she will do it every time!

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Snacks and included beverages were appreciated. Boarding went smoothly. Plenty of overhead bin space. Seats get very uncomfortable after a couple of hours. After waiting 10 painful minutes for my walker, a very nice Delta guest agent pushed me in a wheelchair to the gate. It was finally delivered to me after another 15 minutes . Our checked bag was on the carousel long b4 I was able to retrieve it. Fortunately it was still there but somewhere along the way the straps we used to secure it were removed and and were not reattached. Wish I had made note of the agents name.

The whole experience was excellent. As it most often is with Delta

We waited an hour on the runway to get a gate in Orlando

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

Flight left on time. Captain provided relevant announcements. We had to wait 45 minutes to desembark due to the ramp closed because of lightening.

So overall the flight was just average and nothing special. They overbooked some of the flights and they ended up running out of overhead storage space so we had to check our carry-ons which wasn't terrible but we were inconvenienced because of the second connecting flight with a long layover we couldn't get our bags until the final destination. Most of the flight attendants were pretty good and overall the meals were not that great because the chicken was dry and overcooked. They also didn't provide butter or any kind of spread with the bread which is cheap and concerning. The American airlines staff at the check-in counter was kind of unprofessional because this lady just started singing in the middle of checking us in and that's weird. The worst part of the flights was the terrible conditions of the bathrooms which were unclean and did not have toilet paper or toilet tissue available which is kind of insane for a 14-hour and 8 and 1/2 hour flight.

Cancelled BOYH legs of our flight home 30 min before initial boarding

Flight left early and arrived 30 MINUTES early at the destination. Smooth trip.

I was able to get the AA customer Service desk to put me on an earlier flight without any issues.

Incredibly delayed. First delay was due to plane coming in being late. Resulted in 30 minute delay. Boarded and then had multiple mechanical issues. Was on plane for an hour until they told people they could get off if they wanted but couldn't come back. Then gate agent rushed in and said they had lost control of who went off and we would all have to deplane and then get back on. They said flight had not been cancelled. Then while sitting waiting to board again they announced it would take two hours to get new plane and to wait at new gate. New plane arrived, reboarded only to find out that pilots had timed out. Waited for new pilots. In that time one of the flight attendants timed out. Never received food or water while waiting. Was confusing mess as to what was happening. Even flight attendants and gate agents were getting frustrated. Almost 6 hours delayed. Called American to received flight credit but can't get anywhere as Kayak reservation and don't have a ticket number. Reached out to Kayak but never heard back.

Very disappointing. Flight was delayed by 1.5 hours and food options are very underwhelming even for first class seats (same food given to economy seats)

Was not able to do a online check-in because the American Airlines system doesn't store our visa or other passport information, allowing us to have a trouble-free check-in. We were forced to have to check-in at the counter which Changes are upgrade status given that we were not able to check in much earlier.

Incoming flight was delayed, delaying boarding. It then took 30 mins to take off. Took 20 mins to get to a gate because they changed the gate last minute, crew weren’t ready so there was no one staffed to work the jet bridge. Boarding was so disorganized as is usual with American because everyone just stands around the gate regardless of boarding group.

I would have liked vegetarian and gluten free options for evening dinner time flight. I would have like a pillow on the international overnight flight . The veg wrap and oaten desert on the international flight was good

Since we started at syr the service, crews, and flights were just excellent

On time, friendly attendants, quick wheelchair assistance and help checking in bags. Also appreciated change in seats, more forward to make it easier for my 97 year old mother to board and exit the plane. Thank you, JetBlue!

Flight did not have onboard charging and TV screen flickering.

Boarding process was terrible. No assigned seat until the gate, then a long line to get seat assignment.

JetBlue was good. Kayak offered us a deal if we bundled the rental car. This was a complete scam. Kayak said the total was $222... but when we went to pick up the car the agent at Rent a wreck said that we had to pay "fees and taxes" for a grand total of $750. I would recommend not using kayak or rent a wreck. They are both complicit in this scam. JetBlue worked out well.

What a great flight. Seats were more comfortable than other airlines. Flight was full but very easy to navigate. No stress no drama

TV was broken and could not shut it off. The flicking was bother me and gave me a headache. The WiFi wouldn’t work correctly, I was able to text but not search the web or surf social media. The plane itself had a lot of wear and tear it is due for an update.

Flight was on time and smooth. Customer service was decent

The space between seat rows seemed to be larger than other airlines. I didn’t check their food or entertainment since I slept most of the way. They do seem to have a lot of options for purchase though.

Kayak sucked. You gave me a confirmation number that was not useable by the jet blue system. Nor did you send any check in emails. I’ll not be using your site again. Nice work.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

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