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Cheapest round-trip
$269
Typical prices: $370-$483
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Sat 10/13
OMA - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$168
Typical prices: $210-$343
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
OMA - BUF • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Omaha and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $366 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 4h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Omaha to Buffalo (OMA-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Omaha to Buffalo

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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4:08 pm - 11:59 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 12:31 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
7h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$269American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
5:58 pm - 10:38 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 11:57 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
6h 57m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$269Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 10:43 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
7h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:25 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$269United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
5:58 pm - 10:38 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
3h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 9:50 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$269Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
Delta Logo
6:28 am - 11:35 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
4h 07m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 9:50 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
4h 35m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$269Delta
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 11:59 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 12:31 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
7h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$293American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 11:59 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
6h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 12:31 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
7h 34m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$301American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 11:50 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
8h 00m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 10:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
6h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
12:40 pm - 9:45 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
8h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 10:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
9h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
$487Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 10:25 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-BUF Buffalo
4h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:00 am - 10:45 amBUF  Buffalo-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
6h 45m1 stop Orlando
$517Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Omaha to Buffalo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Omaha to Buffalo start at $269. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $370 to $483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $269 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Omaha to Buffalo, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 38% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Omaha to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$168
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 46% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Omaha to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Omaha 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 Omaha 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 Omaha to Buffalo?

    Flights from Omaha to Buffalo usually depart from Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% 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 Omaha to Buffalo?

    On the Omaha to Buffalo route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $380 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $581: a $201 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Omaha to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Omaha to Buffalo takes 0h 00m, covering 885 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Omaha 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 Omaha 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 $269 to $2,007. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Omaha to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $310, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 21m, compared with 4h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 11m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Omaha and Buffalo?

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

    Round-trip flights from Omaha to Buffalo range from $370 to $483, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Omaha 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 $380 - about $201 less than Sunday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Omaha to Buffalo trip for April. Fares historically average $289 round-trip in that month - typically $327 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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