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

Flights from Oakland to Buffalo usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Oakland to Buffalo: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Oakland to Buffalo most commonly connect through: • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 63% of one-stop connections • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 25% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Oakland to Buffalo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $477 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $849, a difference of $372. 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 Oakland to Buffalo?

A nonstop flight from Oakland to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 2,291 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 are flight prices from Oakland to Buffalo looking right now?

One-way fares from Oakland to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $361, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 15m, compared with 7h 56m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 8h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN).

What is the time difference between Oakland and Buffalo?

Buffalo is 3 hours ahead of Oakland (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 $81 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Thrifty • Alamo

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Buffalo range from $471 to $769, with an average of $567 over the past 12 months. Anything below $471 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Buffalo typically range from $471 to $769. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $334, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Buffalo. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

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

Southwest ($334) and Delta ($4,196) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Oakland to Buffalo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Chicago Midway (MDW) is the most popular layover for the Oakland to Buffalo route. 63% 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 Oakland to Buffalo?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $531. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago Midway (MDW) had the shortest average connection time for Oakland to Buffalo layovers at 4h 23m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $471-$769

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Typical prices: $239-$339

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August

Cheapest • 28% price drop

October

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Cheapest • Avg $531 (round-trip)

Chicago Midway (MDW)

Shortest trip • 7h 15m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Buffalo

Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Jan 10

11:45 pm - 10:50 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

8h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:00 pm - 10:40 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$334Southwest

Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Jan 10

11:45 pm - 12:15 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

6:00 pm - 10:40 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$339Southwest

Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12

5:50 am - 3:55 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4:35 pm - 9:10 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$341Southwest

Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12

5:50 am - 3:55 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:05 pm - 8:10 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

9h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$346Southwest

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

7:45 pm - 8:25 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

9h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Baltimore/Washington

2:45 pm - 10:05 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

10h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$354Southwest

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7

7:55 am - 8:50 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$354Southwest

Wed, Dec 16 - Tue, Jan 5

7:45 pm - 8:20 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

9h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Baltimore/Washington

6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$355Southwest

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6

7:45 pm - 8:20 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

9h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Baltimore/Washington

6:00 pm - 10:45 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway

$359Southwest

Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 4

5:56 am - 5:12 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

8h 16m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:19 am - 11:57 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

15h 38m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$4,196Delta

Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 4

5:00 pm - 11:10 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

15h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:19 am - 11:57 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

15h 38m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City

$4,236Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Oakland to Buffalo

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17

11:50 pm - 10:25 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

2:40 pm - 10:05 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

10h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

$644Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16

11:50 pm - 10:25 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$644Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16

8:30 pm - 10:25 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

10h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$649Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17

5:00 am - 4:15 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

8h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

8:05 am - 3:00 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

9h 55m2 stops Chicago Midway Portland

$649Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17

8:05 am - 9:15 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

2:00 pm - 8:40 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

9h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Los Angeles

$654Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

5:55 am - 7:13 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

10h 18m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:55 pm - 11:55 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

11h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City

$674Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

11:50 pm - 10:25 amOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

7h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:55 pm - 11:35 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$689Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

8:05 am - 7:15 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

8h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:00 pm - 8:40 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

9h 40m2 stops Chicago Midway Los Angeles

$694Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

9:25 am - 9:15 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

2:00 pm - 8:30 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

9h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$699Southwest

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16

5:55 am - 7:13 pmOAK Oakland-BUF Buffalo

10h 18m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:55 pm - 11:55 pmBUF Buffalo-OAK Oakland

11h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City

$719Delta

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Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Buffalo flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Oakland 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 Oakland to Buffalo departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Buffalo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Buffalo. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

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High season	October
Cheapest flight	$171

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

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Oakland to Buffalo?
A nonstop flight from Oakland to Buffalo takes 00m, covering 2,291 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 Oakland to Buffalo flight?
Round-trip flights from Oakland to Buffalo range from $471 to $769, with an average of $567 over the past 12 months. Anything below $471 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Oakland to Buffalo looking right now?
One-way fares from Oakland to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $361, which is 27% 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 $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 63% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to Buffalo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Oakland to Buffalo. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $477 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $849, a difference of $372.

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 Oakland to Buffalo?
Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 15m, compared with 7h 56m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 8h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN).
What is the time difference between Oakland and Buffalo?
Buffalo is 3 hours ahead of Oakland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $477, about $372 less than Sunday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Buffalo trip for August. Fares historically average $411 round-trip in that month - typically $416 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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