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) - 44% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 22% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $515, a difference of $227. 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 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 $207 to $692. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 25% below 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 39m, compared with 4h 06m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 30m 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 averaging $82 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Thrifty • Alamo

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo range from $289 to $412, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $289 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo typically range from $289 to $412. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $207, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Buffalo. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

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

Frontier ($207) and American Airlines ($233) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to Buffalo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Milwaukee to Buffalo route. 44% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

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

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $321. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for Milwaukee to Buffalo layovers at 2h 26m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $289-$412

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$117

Typical prices: $135-$274

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Mon 11/26

MKE - BUF • 1 stop

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March

Cheapest • 22% price drop

August

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Orlando (MCO)

Cheapest • Avg $321 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 3h 39m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Buffalo

Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23

6:11 pm - 8:24 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

25h 13m1 stop Orlando

9:20 pm - 5:26 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

21h 06m1 stop Orlando

$207Frontier

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

10:15 am - 5:52 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

6h 37m1 stop Orlando

9:20 pm - 5:26 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

21h 06m1 stop Orlando

$223Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

5:04 am - 10:48 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:40 pm - 10:40 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$233American Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

3:33 pm - 8:36 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 10:13 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$233United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

6:45 pm - 11:58 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 13m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:35 am - 8:50 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$233Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

6:45 pm - 11:58 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 13m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:35 am - 8:50 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$233Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

6:47 am - 2:10 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

6h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:58 pm - 8:50 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$238United Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

6:20 am - 10:40 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

3h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

4:00 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$238Southwest

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

4:35 pm - 10:00 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

4:00 pm - 11:55 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

$238Southwest

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

5:08 pm - 11:59 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:36 pm - 11:38 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

6h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$242American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Milwaukee to Buffalo

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

6:20 am - 10:40 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

3h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway

1:40 pm - 9:05 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 25m1 stop Orlando

$622Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

8:00 am - 4:00 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

7h 00m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway

8:05 am - 11:00 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$627Southwest

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

5:08 pm - 11:59 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

5h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:46 pm - 10:37 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$632American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

2:55 pm - 9:37 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

5h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 12:04 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 04m1 stop Philadelphia

$632American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11

8:00 am - 1:17 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:58 pm - 10:15 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$632United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9

10:48 am - 5:02 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

5h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 10:13 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$632United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

10:16 am - 4:04 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:35 am - 8:50 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

3h 15m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$632Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11

5:30 am - 11:16 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:55 pm - 8:15 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

5h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$632Delta

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

6:20 am - 3:15 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

7h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl

3:55 pm - 10:15 pmBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

7h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$632Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9

12:28 pm - 6:08 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-BUF Buffalo

4h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:57 am - 11:08 amBUF Buffalo-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

4h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$632American Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Buffalo flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Buffalo departing in november.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Buffalo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Buffalo. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

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High season	August
Cheapest flight	$117

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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
How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Buffalo?
A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Buffalo takes 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Milwaukee to Buffalo flight?
Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo range from $289 to $412, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $289 counts as a good deal.
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 $207 to $692. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, 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 $82 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo
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).
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) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Milwaukee to Buffalo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $288 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $515, a difference of $227.

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 Milwaukee to Buffalo?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 39m, compared with 4h 06m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 30m 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $288, about $227 less than Monday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Buffalo trip for March. Fares historically average $270 round-trip in that month - typically $217 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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