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Cheapest round-trip
$411
Typical prices: $328-$547
American Airlines
Tue 11/6Thu 11/8
RST - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$449
Typical prices: $331-$413
Delta
Mon 10/1
RST - BUF • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $328 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rochester to Buffalo (RST-BUF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rochester to Buffalo

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:37 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
6h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:37 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
4h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:16 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
8h 43m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$417American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 9:35 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boston Logan Intl
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4:16 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
8h 43m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$597American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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4:27 pm - 11:59 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 12:07 amBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$665American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 3:40 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
8h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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4:55 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
8h 04m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$687American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 5:27 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
9h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 12:07 amBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$725American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 3:40 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
8h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
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6:56 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
6h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$816American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 5:27 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
9h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 12:07 amBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
7h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$864American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 3:40 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
8h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:55 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
8h 04m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$911American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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5:50 am - 10:10 pmRST  Rochester-BUF Buffalo
15h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:56 pm - 9:52 amBUF  Buffalo-RST Rochester
15h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$992American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rochester to Buffalo flights

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

Round-trip flights from Rochester to Buffalo start at $411. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $547. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $411 on American Airlines.

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$449
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When to book flights from Rochester to Buffalo

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Your Rochester to Buffalo flight questions, answered

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

    Flights from Rochester to Buffalo usually depart from Rochester (RST) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rochester to Buffalo.

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

    Connecting flights from Rochester to Buffalo most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 11% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 62% on the Rochester to Buffalo route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $323 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $829, a difference of $506. 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 Rochester to Buffalo?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Rochester to Buffalo. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 53m and 5h 34m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rochester 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 Rochester 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 $411 to $1,178. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Rochester to Buffalo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $587, which is 75% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 53m, compared with 5h 34m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Rochester and Buffalo?

    Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of Rochester (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

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