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Cheapest round-trip
$191
Typical prices: $192-$334
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Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
MCO - BUF • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$198
Typical prices: $188-$335
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Sat 1/20Thu 1/25
MCO - BUF • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest, JetBlue and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 46m
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Most punctual • 75% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $190 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Buffalo (MCO-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to Buffalo

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:46 am - 1:35 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 49mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 8:53 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$191Frontier
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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10:46 am - 1:35 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 49mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 1:47 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
24h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$193Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:35 pm - 8:20 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 45mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 8:53 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$211Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:05 am - 12:47 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 42mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 8:53 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$211Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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5:55 pm - 11:59 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
6h 04m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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8:00 am - 4:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
8h 00m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$251JetBlue
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:05 am - 12:47 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 42mnonstop
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1:39 pm - 4:30 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
2h 51mnonstop
$253JetBlue
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 10:25 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 45mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 8:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
3h 00mnonstop
$257Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:10 am - 1:00 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
2h 50mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 8:20 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
4h 25m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$267Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:02 pm - 11:54 pmMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
6h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:26 am - 10:58 amBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
5h 32m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$277American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:41 amMCO  Orlando-BUF Buffalo
5h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:50 pm - 5:51 pmBUF  Buffalo-MCO Orlando
5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$287American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo typically range from $192 to $334. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $191, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Buffalo. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Buffalo at $232 round-trip.
•September ($276) and December ($272) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 18% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Orlando to Buffalo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on JetBlue

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$123
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
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Your Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Orlando Airport to Buffalo:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:35 am and lands at 9:21 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 12:56 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 46m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to Buffalo takes about 2h 46m, covering 1,012 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo range from $192 to $334, with an average of $261 over the past 12 months. Anything below $192 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $261 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $190 round-trip via New York LaGuardia (LGA), compared to $260 for nonstop.

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

    Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while JetBlue has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights are:

    • Frontier: 75% on time
    • JetBlue: 72% on time
    • Southwest: 70% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 71% of the time on average.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$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 Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

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

    Morning is most often the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, and afternoon flights for 20%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando Airport 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 $188 to $1,704. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    JetBlue is typically the only airline on the Orlando Airport to Buffalo route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 22% 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 Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Orlando Airport 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 Orlando Airport to Buffalo route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $241 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $314, a difference of $73.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

    3 airlines currently operate flights between Orlando Airport and Buffalo, you can choose from:

    • Southwest
    • JetBlue
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Raleigh-Durham (RDU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 24m, compared with 4h 36m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 39m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights?

    The following airlines offer free seat selection on this route:

    • Frontier
    • JetBlue
    • Southwest

    Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Orlando Airport to Buffalo flights?

    None of the airlines on this route currently offer extra legroom.

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

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

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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.

  • Where can I eat at the Orlando International Airport and the Buffalo International Airport (BUF)?

    Both the Orlando International Airport (MCO) and the Buffalo International Airport (BUF) have a variety of places where passengers can eat. At the Buffalo Airport, there is a burger joint, a pizzeria, and a cafe/bake shop. On the way to Buffalo, at the Orlando Airport (MCO), you can dine at an Oriental restaurant, a bagel/sandwich shop, a Southwest grill, or popular fast-food restaurants like Burger King and Chick-fil-A.

  • How can I get from the Buffalo International Airport (BUF) to my hotel?

    Public transportation is easily accessible from the Buffalo International Airport (BUF). There is a Metro bus and a Metro rail that goes from the airport to many different parts of Western New York. The bus goes to many communities in and around Buffalo including downtown. You can also take the bus from the airport to your motel or hotel in Niagara Falls. The rail is another travel option to get from the airport to the city of Buffalo and other parts of Niagara and Erie County in New York.

  • Where can I park my car on my trip from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to the Buffalo International Airport (BUF)?

    There are several parking choices for passengers flying out of the Orlando International Airport (MCO). If you want covered parking, there are a few parking garages and several economy lots that are a short distance from the airport. Should you choose one of the economy lots, don't fret, as there is a complimentary shuttle that will take you to the airport.

  • Can I rent a car at the Buffalo International Airport (BUF)?

    Yes, you can. There are several car rental agencies with offices at the Buffalo International Airport (BUF). Alamo, Enterprise, and National are all at this airport. All of the agencies are located on the first level of the ground transportation center.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $241, about $73 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Buffalo trip for January. Fares historically average $232 round-trip in that month - typically $44 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 75% of Frontier flights from Orlando Airport to Buffalo arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 71%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 18m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $190 round-trip on this route - about $70 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
  • The Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) will put you within a short drive of several cities and popular New York and Canadian destinations. It is about 31min from Niagara Falls, 18min from Buffalo, and a little over 1h from Rochester.
  • It is easy to find a direct flight from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Buffalo International Airport (BUF). Some flights, however, do require that you switch planes. If this is your flight route, your layover might be in Chicago, Charlotte, Atlanta, or Detroit.
  • An automated people mover system makes it easy to get around the Orlando International Airport (MCO). It takes passengers between terminals and to other parts of the airport such as the car rental center, baggage claim, and ground transportation.
  • Stop by the Buffalo Niagara Visitor Center at the airport to get ideas about hotels, local attractions, transportation, and places to eat. It is staffed by someone who knows a lot about the community. You can also purchase souvenirs and gifts in the center.
  • If you have an early morning flight or are driving from out of town to catch your flight, the Orlando International Airport (MCO) has its own hotel. The Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport Hotel is between Terminals A and B. It offers its guests a variety of amenities including on-site dining, a fitness center, and a pool.

Prefer to fly direct from Orlando Airport to Buffalo?

 
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Direct departures

Orlando to Buffalo

Monday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

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Tuesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

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Wednesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

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Thursday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

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Friday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

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Direct returns

Buffalo to Orlando

Monday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Tuesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Wednesday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Thursday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Friday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Saturday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,JetBlue,Southwest

Frontier,JetBlue, +1 more

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