Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo pass through?

One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo most commonly connect through: • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 22% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $685, a difference of $346. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 451 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis 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.

Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Buffalo 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 $277 to $1,270. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Buffalo looking right now?

One-way fares from Indianapolis to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $400, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 48m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 03m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

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

Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Thrifty • Alamo

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo range from $369 to $605, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo typically range from $369 to $605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $277, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Buffalo. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Frontier ($277) and American Airlines ($295) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Buffalo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the most popular layover for the Indianapolis to Buffalo route. 25% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DTW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo?

Flights via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $205. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Indianapolis to Buffalo layovers at 2h 17m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

2:23 pm - 8:24 pmIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

6h 01m1 stop Orlando

9:20 pm - 10:01 amBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

12h 41m1 stop Orlando

$277Frontier

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

6:44 am - 10:56 amIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:44 pm - 10:57 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$295American Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 12

5:30 pm - 11:50 pmIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

6:00 am - 1:25 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

7h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$300Southwest

Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29

2:23 pm - 8:24 pmIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

6h 01m1 stop Orlando

9:20 pm - 10:01 amBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

12h 41m1 stop Orlando

$315Frontier

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13

6:45 am - 10:40 amIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:10 pm - 11:30 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

$323Southwest

Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30

5:25 am - 10:56 amIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

5h 31m1 stop Philadelphia

12:30 pm - 8:47 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

8h 17m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

$331American Airlines

Sun, Mar 14 - Wed, Mar 17

8:00 am - 11:44 amIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

3h 44m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9:00 am - 2:15 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

5h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$405Delta

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26

3:51 pm - 10:02 pmIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

6h 11m1 stop Newark

5:50 pm - 11:59 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

6h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Thu, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 6

6:05 am - 11:44 amIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

5h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:25 am - 11:28 amBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

5h 03m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$425Delta

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26

11:00 am - 10:02 pmIND Indianapolis-BUF Buffalo

11h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

6:30 am - 12:41 pmBUF Buffalo-IND Indianapolis

6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$426United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Buffalo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Buffalo. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo?
A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 451 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis 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 much should I expect to pay for a Indianapolis to Buffalo flight?
Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo range from $369 to $605, with an average of $439 over the past 12 months. Anything below $369 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Buffalo 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 $277 to $1,270. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Buffalo looking right now?
One-way fares from Indianapolis to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $400, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Buffalo Airport (BUF)?
Buffalo Airport (BUF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Buffalo?
Flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).
Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo pass through?
One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo most commonly connect through:

• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 17% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Indianapolis to Buffalo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $685, a difference of $346.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Indianapolis to Buffalo?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 37m, compared with 3h 48m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 03m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $339, about $346 less than Tuesday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Buffalo trip for February. Fares historically average $257 round-trip in that month - typically $306 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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