Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Flights from St. Louis to Buffalo usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo.

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Buffalo pass through?

One-stop flights from St. Louis to Buffalo most commonly connect through: • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 27% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 22% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $260 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $456, a difference of $196. 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 long is a flight from St. Louis to Buffalo?

A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 672 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $271 to $1,896. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from St. Louis to Buffalo looking right now?

One-way fares from St. Louis to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $299, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 4h 18m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Buffalo?

Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Thrifty • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Buffalo flight?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Buffalo range from $293 to $450, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Buffalo typically range from $293 to $450. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo. It’s 30% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo at $316 round-trip. •April ($508) and March ($466) 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.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo?

American Airlines ($271) and Delta ($271) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Buffalo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Chicago Midway (MDW) is the most popular layover for the St. Louis to Buffalo route. 27% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MDW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Buffalo?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $167. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to Buffalo which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to Buffalo layovers at 2h 30m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Buffalo

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

5:00 am - 10:45 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

4h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:40 pm - 12:01 amBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$271American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

10:56 am - 6:00 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:52 am - 12:44 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$271American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

7:00 am - 1:26 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

5h 26m1 stop New York LaGuardia

6:36 pm - 11:56 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$271Delta

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

5:58 pm - 8:43 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

25h 45m1 stop Orlando

6:35 pm - 12:41 amBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 06m1 stop Orlando

$280Frontier

Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27

1:20 pm - 12:28 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

22h 08m1 stop Orlando

12:45 pm - 5:40 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$291Frontier

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Jan 9

7:20 am - 3:15 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl

2:20 pm - 7:40 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 20m1 stop Orlando

$298Southwest

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

6:25 am - 1:30 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

7:35 pm - 10:50 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

$298Southwest

Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21

10:13 am - 5:54 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:05 am - 11:04 amBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$325Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19

1:08 pm - 8:36 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 10:48 amBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 48m1 stop Newark

$389United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19

10:53 am - 5:02 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 12:10 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$399United Airlines

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Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

11:20 am - 8:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 pm - 10:00 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl

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Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

3:35 pm - 10:25 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

5h 50m1 stop Orlando

3:55 pm - 10:00 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$540Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

10:30 am - 8:55 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

9h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway

7:25 am - 1:45 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

7h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$545Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

11:20 am - 8:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

5:00 pm - 10:00 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 00m1 stop Nashville Intl

$553Southwest

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3

6:00 am - 1:17 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 am - 3:43 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$680United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3

1:08 pm - 11:46 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

9h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:58 pm - 9:40 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$685United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3

8:00 am - 2:20 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

5h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 3:43 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

10h 43m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$685United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6

6:00 am - 11:35 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

4h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5:13 am - 9:55 amBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 42m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$830American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6

6:00 am - 2:10 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

7h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:58 pm - 9:40 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,028United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6

6:47 am - 5:28 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-BUF Buffalo

9h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York LaGuardia

3:54 pm - 11:54 pmBUF Buffalo-STL Lambert-St Louis

9h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Buffalo departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo. It’s 30% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from St. Louis to Buffalo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •September is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Buffalo at $316 round-trip.
•April ($508) and March ($466) 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.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo.
How long is a flight from St. Louis to Buffalo?
A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 672 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Buffalo flight?
Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Buffalo range from $293 to $450, with an average of $368 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from St. Louis 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 $271 to $1,896. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from St. Louis to Buffalo looking right now?
One-way fares from St. Louis to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $299, which is 11% 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 St. Louis to Buffalo?
Flights from St. Louis to Buffalo usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Buffalo pass through?
One-stop flights from St. Louis to Buffalo most commonly connect through:

• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Buffalo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from St. Louis to Buffalo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $260 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $456, a difference of $196.

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 St. Louis to Buffalo?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 54m, compared with 4h 18m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and Buffalo?
Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $260, about $196 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Buffalo trip for September. Fares historically average $316 round-trip in that month - typically $192 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 Buffalo Airport.

• Aloft Buffalo Airport
• Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
• TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport

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