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Cheapest round-trip
$120
Typical prices: $260-$446
Frontier
Sun 10/21Sun 10/28
IAH - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$57
Typical prices: $145-$275
Frontier
Sun 11/4
IAH - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAH - BUF
Cheapest • 13% average savings
HOU - BUF
Most popular
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $242 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Buffalo

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Buffalo

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:05 am - 12:59 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BUF Buffalo
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 10:31 pmBUF  Buffalo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$120Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:05 am - 12:59 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BUF Buffalo
5h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 10:31 pmBUF  Buffalo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$125Frontier
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:15 am - 11:55 amHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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12:55 pm - 5:05 pmBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$238Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:20 pm - 8:50 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
7h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:10 pm - 12:10 amBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
$254Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:05 am - 1:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BUF Buffalo
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:35 am - 10:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
16h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$332Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:27 am - 7:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-BUF Buffalo
6h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:35 am - 4:05 pmBUF  Buffalo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$352JetBlue
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:07 pm - 10:53 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
7h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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4:41 pm - 11:29 pmBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:05 pm - 10:53 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 1:37 pmBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$363American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:24 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
5h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:16 pm - 4:29 pmBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:28 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-BUF Buffalo
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:55 pm - 11:03 pmBUF  Buffalo-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$363Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Buffalo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Houston to Buffalo start at $120. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $260 to $446. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $120 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Buffalo, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Buffalo at $213 round-trip.
  • February ($458) and December ($397) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 115% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Buffalo the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Buffalo are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$57
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Buffalo

When to book flights from Houston to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Buffalo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston to Buffalo flight questions, answered

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

  • What airlines are available from Houston to Buffalo?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Houston and Buffalo.

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

    Flights from Houston to Buffalo may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Flights usually arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 7% 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 Houston to Buffalo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Houston to Buffalo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $298 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $386, a difference of $88. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 2:55 pm and lands at 6:30 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:55 pm and lands at 6:30 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 35m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $338. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Buffalo takes 3h 35m, covering 1,293 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from Houston to Buffalo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $148, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 5h 44m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Buffalo?

    Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of Houston (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?

    Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Buffalo range from $260 to $446, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $260 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Houston to Buffalo 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $298 - about $88 less than Sunday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Buffalo trip for January. Fares historically average $213 round-trip in that month - typically $245 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Buffalo Airport.
    - Aloft Buffalo Airport
    - Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
    - TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport

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