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Cheapest round-trip
$221
Typical prices: $288-$436
American Airlines
Wed 10/17Sat 10/20
MKE - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$105
Typical prices: $135-$274
Frontier
Sat 10/20
MKE - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 36% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo (MKE-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Buffalo

Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
6:02 pm - 11:32 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
4h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
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5:50 pm - 9:47 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$221American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
10:16 am - 4:04 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 8:50 amBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$236Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 9:15 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
3h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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3:55 pm - 10:20 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$241Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 2:25 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
7h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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2:00 pm - 9:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
8h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$246Southwest
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
3:51 pm - 8:47 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
3h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 9:25 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
4:29 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 8:40 amBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$265Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 11:11 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
7h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
7:42 pm - 11:37 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 55m1 stop Newark
$270United Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
6:02 pm - 11:32 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
4h 30m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 9:47 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$284American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
11:17 am - 2:23 pmBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28
Delta Logo
4:29 pm - 11:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo
6h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 8:40 amBUF  Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$337Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Buffalo flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo start at $221. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $288 to $436. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $221 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Buffalo, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 79% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Milwaukee to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$105
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Buffalo flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Milwaukee to Buffalo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $288 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $620: a $332 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Buffalo takes 0h 00m, covering 463 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 $221 to $1,018. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $244, which is 42% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 38m, compared with 3h 57m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Buffalo?

    Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (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 Milwaukee to Buffalo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo range from $288 to $436, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $288 - about $332 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Buffalo trip for October. Fares historically average $222 round-trip in that month - typically $265 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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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