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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $216-$410
Frontier
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
MIA - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$308
Typical prices: $543-$657
American Airlines
Mon 1/22Thu 1/25
MIA - BUF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 3h 24m
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Most punctual • 57% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Miami to Buffalo (MIA-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Miami to Buffalo

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:36 pm - 12:19 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
17h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:15 pm - 8:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$195Frontier
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
Frontier Logo
8:08 am - 8:29 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
12h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:54 pm - 11:26 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
9h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$220Frontier
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
Delta Logo
6:21 pm - 11:59 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
5h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:35 am - 6:54 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
8h 19m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$277Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 11:59 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Jan 16
United Airlines Logo
2:48 pm - 8:24 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
5h 36m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:18 am - 7:49 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
8h 31m1 stop Newark
$277United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Jan 23
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:17 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:46 am - 1:44 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
7h 58m1 stop Newark
$277United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
American Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 12:07 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
5h 17m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 8:35 amBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
3h 35mnonstop
$286American Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
6:50 am - 5:25 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
10h 35m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl
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12:55 pm - 10:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
9h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando
$287Southwest
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 23
American Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 11:49 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
3h 28mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:47 pm - 12:37 amBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
4h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$292American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
9:10 am - 3:15 pmMIA  Miami-BUF Buffalo
6h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
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2:00 pm - 10:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-MIA Miami
8h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Orlando
$302Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Miami to Buffalo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Buffalo typically range from $216 to $410. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Buffalo. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 170% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Buffalo?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Buffalo at $215 round-trip.
•June ($390) and October ($386) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Miami to Buffalo flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$113
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Miami to Buffalo

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Your Miami to Buffalo flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 11:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 11:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 24m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Miami to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Miami to Buffalo takes 3h 24m, covering 1,187 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Miami 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 Miami to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Miami to Buffalo range from $216 to $410, with an average of $303 over the past 12 months. Anything below $216 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $298 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $543 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Miami to Buffalo?

    American Airlines is the only airline operating Miami to Buffalo flights. 57% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 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 Miami to Buffalo?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Miami to Buffalo flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Miami 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 $195 to $1,044. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Miami to Buffalo flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Miami to Buffalo flights:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Miami to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $141, which is 25% below 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 $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Miami to Buffalo usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Miami to Buffalo?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Miami to Buffalo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Miami to Buffalo route, 43% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 07m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 72% on flights from Miami to Buffalo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $232 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $820, a difference of $588.

    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 airlines fly from Miami to Buffalo?

    2 airlines operate flights between Miami and Buffalo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

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

    Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 54m, compared with 5h via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 10m via New York LaGuardia (LGA).

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

    Among airlines operating Miami to Buffalo flights:

    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • How can I fly from Miami to Buffalo?

    Miami to Buffalo route offers various flight options. There are nonstop and connecting flight options that passengers can opt for. However, booking one-stop option flights are advisable as they are more affordable than nonstop or direct flights. Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Airlines are some of the carriers offering one-stop option flights with layovers at CLT and DCA airports.

  • What can I do at MIA while waiting to board my flight?

    Miami is equipped with spa amenities offering spa services such as facials, manicures, and pedicures. For instance, there is an XpresSpa located on Concourse D in the North Terminal. You can take advantage of the showers available in the Club America and Admirals Club Lounges if you want to freshen up before flying out. Additionally, the airport features a non-denominational chapel where you can gather your thoughts in peace.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at BUF?

    If you are at BUF and need to pick up your rental car or book one, there are car rental desks near Crosswalk 3 or 4 at the Arrival level. These car rental booths are for agencies such as Hertz, Alamo, Budget, Dollar, and National car rental agencies.

  • Can I sleep at MIA?

    There aren't many places to get a good night's sleep at the Miami International Airport. There aren't many armrest-free seating alternatives, and the airport is frequently chilly and noisy. However, there are a few locations. Ensure that you bring a sleeping pad, noise-canceling headphones or earplugs, an eye mask, and warm clothing wherever you plan to spend the night.

Your guide to booking Miami to Buffalo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $232, about $588 less than Monday fares (72% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Miami to Buffalo trip for February. Fares historically average $215 round-trip in that month - typically $175 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 Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $298 round-trip on this route - about $245 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 Buffalo Airport.

    • Aloft Buffalo Airport
    • Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
    • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Buffalo Airport
  • For active-duty and retired military personnel, there is a military hospitality lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA) that they can utilize. This lounge is managed by volunteers and offers free refreshments and drinks, magazines, TV, and Internet connectivity. This lounge is found in the Central Terminal in Concourse E.
  • Regardless of the type of class seat you are flying, you can enter lounges by purchasing at the door, obtaining a lounge ticket, or signing up for a lounge membership card at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). These lounges provide top-notch amenities like meals, beverages, entertainment, plush chairs, and desks ideal for catching up on unfinished work.
  • Take your children to the children's play area with the Fisher-Price logo at BUF when you want to make sure they expend all their enthusiasm after the flight. The kids' play area is located near gate 19 on the Airside.
  • If you are looking for information at Buffalo Niagara International Airport, make your way to the Baggage Claim Area on the lower level. You will find information booths in this location with friendly customer care staff who will be glad to assist you.
  • There are pet relief facilities outside of all three terminals on the Arrivals level, both open and enclosed at Miami International Airport (MIA). Artificial turf and cleaning supplies are available in indoor pet restrooms. These pet relief facilities are located near Gates J3, D34, G5, and F7. Passengers flying through the airport with their pets can take advantage of these zones for free to make their pets comfortable before the long flight.

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Direct departures

Miami to Buffalo

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Buffalo to Miami

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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