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Buffalo Niagara International Airport
With more than 100 flights taking off from its runways every day, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport is the most popular airport for people living in the area. Orbitz.com can help you find flights from Buffalo that leave any day and reach any destination of your choosing. The airport is less than 10 miles from the Buffalo city limits and around a 30-minute drive from downtown. Delta, jetBlue, United, and American Airlines are just a few of the carriers offering international and domestic flights from this airport.
Getting to the Airport
In addition to driving, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport offers several other transportation options. Taxis and limousines let you skip the long-term parking and get to the airport quickly. Renting a limo might cost more than $100, while a taxi ride can cost $20 or less. Several shuttles depart from local hotels, such as the Holiday Inn and the Hyatt Regency. Even if you do not stay at the hotel, some hotels will let you ride the shuttle for a small fee.
Parking Your Vehicle
The Buffalo Niagara International Airport has several long-term parking areas. The cost ranges from $10 to $13 per day, depending on the lot. The preferred long-term parking area charges $78 for one week, while the other lots charge $50-55 for a week of parking.
Restaurants at the Airport
If you have some free time available, you can have a drink or get a snack from one of the on-site restaurants before getting in the air. The Coffee Beanery, Lake Erie Grille, Jake's Bistro & News, and Blue Zone are a few of the more popular options. Orbitz.com can make planning your trip easier by helping you find great and inexpensive flights from Buffalo.
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located on Humphrey Drive, approximately 12 miles from downtown Minneapolis. The airport operates two terminals and has hubs for 13 different airlines, including Air Canada, Southwest Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. When you book cheap flights to Minneapolis on Orbitz.com, the website searches flights on all of the airlines to find you the cheapest tickets.
Transportation From the Airport
Taxi service is available at both terminals. Cab fares from the airport to downtown Minneapolis range from $38 to $49. Train service also runs from the airport to downtown Minneapolis every 10 minutes. Traveling by train will cost you $2.25 during rush hour and $1.75 the rest of the day. Orbitz.com can also reserve a rental car for you to pick up at the airport.
Weather in Minneapolis
Weather in Minneapolis varies by season. During the summer months, the average temperature is 73° F, while the average temperature in winter months is 13° F. Weather determines the city's peak travel time. Most people visit Minneapolis during the summer to avoid the cold snowy winter weather. You'll find decent weather and save money by booking your flight with Orbitz.com during the spring and fall.
Highlights and Attractions
Many people visit Minneapolis to shop. The city is home to the Mall of America and has a multitude of shopping venues downtown. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights to Minneapolis; the website also has all the information you need to plan your entire itinerary.
Cheap flights from Buffalo to Minneapolis
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February
Cheapest weekend flights in February from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Feb 1 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
AirTran Airways
|
$214 |
| Return Mon, Feb 4 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
AirTran Airways |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in February from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Feb 19 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
Delta Air Lines
|
$212 |
| Return Tue, Mar 5 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
Delta Air Lines |
Best one-week trip in February from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Feb 15 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
United Airlines
|
$234 |
| Return Fri, Feb 22 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
United Airlines |
March
Cheapest weekend flights in March from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Mar 14 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
Delta Air Lines
|
$223 |
| Return Mon, Mar 18 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
Delta Air Lines |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in March from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Mar 27 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
US Airways
|
$214 |
| Return Tue, Apr 2 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
US Airways |
Best one-week trip in March from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sat, Mar 23 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
Delta Air Lines
|
$306 |
| Return Sat, Mar 30 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
Delta Air Lines |
April
Cheapest weekend flights in April from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Apr 11 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
AirTran Airways
|
$301 |
| Return Sun, Apr 14 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
AirTran Airways |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in April from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Apr 23 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
AirTran Airways
|
$214 |
| Return Tue, Apr 30 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
AirTran Airways |
Best one-week trip in April from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Apr 23 | Buffalo (BUF) | Minneapolis (MSP) |
AirTran Airways
|
$214 |
| Return Tue, Apr 30 | Minneapolis (MSP) | Buffalo (BUF) |
AirTran Airways |
Flight facts
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- 1 direct flights are operating from Buffalo to Minneapolis today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 2h 30m.
- Delta Air Lines flight 5757 (1:00 AM GMT, Embraer 175) is today's earliest available flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis.
- Delta Air Lines flight 5757 (1:00 AM GMT, Embraer 175) is today's latest available flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis (Delta Air Lines flight 5757, Embraer 175) takes 2h 30m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Buffalo to Minneapolis (Delta Air Lines flight 5757, Embraer 175) takes 2h 30m.
Lowest round trip fares by airline from Buffalo to Minneapolis
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Delta Air Lines | BUF | MSP | Tue, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 24 | $211 |
|
United Airlines | BUF | MSP | Fri, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 1 | $213 |
|
US Airways | BUF | MSP | Mon, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 13 | $213 |
|
AirTran Airways | BUF | MSP | Tue, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 7 | $213 |
American Airlines | BUF | MSP | Tue, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 24 | $233 |
WestJet | BUF | MSP | Sun, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 23 | $540 |
Air Canada | BUF | MSP | Sun, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 23 | $597 |
Weekly
Number of direct flights this week
| Carrier | Fri 4 | Sat 5 | Sun 6 | Mon 7 | Tue 8 | Wed 9 | Thu 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Delta Air Lines |
1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Airports in Buffalo, NY, US
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1
Buffalo Niagara Int'l (BUF)
Distance from City Center: 8.4 miles
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2
Niagara Falls International (IAG)
Distance from City Center: 15.6 miles
Airports in Minneapolis, MN, US
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1
Minneapolis-St Paul Intl (MSP)
Distance from City Center: 7 miles
