SMF - BUF

$174 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Buffalo - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $454-$575
American Airlines
Sun 10/28Sun 11/4
SMF - BUF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$154
Typical prices: $218-$407
American Airlines
Sun 12/16
SMF - BUF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Buffalo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 7h 10m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Buffalo!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Buffalo (SMF-BUF)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Buffalo

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 3:58 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:58 pm - 8:18 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$299American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 6:53 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$304American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
6:18 am - 11:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
14h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 8:26 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 11m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Minneapolis St Paul
$309Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 12:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
12h 35m2 stops Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
6:20 pm - 11:00 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$311Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 12:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
12h 35m2 stops Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Southwest Logo
4:25 pm - 11:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$317Southwest
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
10:57 pm - 10:53 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
8h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 9:16 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$324American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
12h 04m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:11 pm - 10:07 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$351Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 21
United Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 11:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 12:45 amBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 7:08 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
7h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 10:41 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$430United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 21
Delta Logo
9:33 am - 12:15 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-BUF Buffalo
11h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
5:50 pm - 11:52 pmBUF  Buffalo-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 02m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
$511Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Buffalo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Sacramento to Buffalo with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Buffalo start at $299. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $454 to $575. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on American Airlines.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Buffalo, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Buffalo?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Buffalo at $401 round-trip.
  • October ($576) and June ($537) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sacramento to Buffalo the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Buffalo are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Sacramento to Buffalo flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$154
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Buffalo

When to book flights from Sacramento to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Buffalo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Buffalo?

    Flights from Sacramento to Buffalo usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Buffalo (BUF).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Buffalo:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 6% 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 Sacramento to Buffalo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Sacramento to Buffalo route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $466 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $519, a difference of $53. 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 expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Buffalo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 69% above the route average of $491. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Buffalo?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Buffalo takes 0h 00m, covering 2,234 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 $299 to $2,097. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Buffalo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $248, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 10m, compared with 7h 20m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 23m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Buffalo?

    Buffalo is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (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 starting from around $19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Buffalo range from $454 to $575, with an average of $491 over the past 12 months. Anything below $454 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $466 - about $53 less than Saturday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Buffalo trip for January. Fares historically average $401 round-trip in that month - typically $175 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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

More options for your flight from Sacramento to Buffalo

Complete your trip to Buffalo with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Buffalo
Hotels in Buffalo
Vacations in Buffalo