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Airfares from $55 One Way, $135 Round Trip from Buffalo to New York

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Route Information for Flights from Buffalo to New York

Origin Airport IATA Code
BUF
Destination Airport IATA Code
NYC
Distance
299 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Qatar Airways, KLM, JAL, LOT Polish Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air France, Kenya Airways, Delta Air Lines, Air Serbia, Aeromexico, Royal Air Maroc, Etihad Airways, JetBlue, Turkish Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, ITA Airways, Korean Air, WestJet, TAP Air Portugal, Virgin Atlantic, Singapore Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
11:01AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
1:30AM UTC

If you want to escape the bright lights of Buffalo for the even brighter lights of New York, Orbitz can help you find great deals on flights. Use the tools on the Orbitz search page to find a choice of cheap flights for your trip.


Popular Routes from Buffalo to New York

Most of the services that fly from Buffalo to New York land at the city’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. One of the busiest air terminals in the world, JFK is a base for American Airlines and Delta Air Lines and an operating hub for JetBlue. Flights leave Buffalo for JFK regularly throughout the day.

Another popular route from Buffalo to NYC sees flights land at LaGuardia Airport. Largely operated by Delta, this route offers passengers easy access to Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan.

Last but not least, passengers also have the option of flying from Buffalo to New York’s Newark Liberty International Airport. Taking passengers to nearby New Jersey, the Buffalo - Newark route is operated by United Airlines.


The Flight from Buffalo to New York

The flight from Buffalo to New York takes around one hour and 35 minutes. The average cruising altitude for planes on this route is 35,000 feet, although this can vary slightly depending on the path your flight takes and the number of planes in the sky at the time you fly.

Outside the temperature can drop as low as minus 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside however, the plane will be heated to room temperature and pressurized to ensure passengers are comfortable for the duration of the flight. Exact temperatures inside aircraft can vary, so it’s always a good idea to bring a light coat on board in case you get cold.

New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport is the most popular destination for passengers flying from Buffalo. Over a quarter of a million people use the route every year, with one hundred thousand more flying from Buffalo to Newark or LaGuardia. From JFK, Newark and LaGuardia, you can travel to hundreds of destinations across the US and around the world, making New York the perfect starting point for your next international adventure.

After the three airports serving New York City, Buffalo Niagara International is the busiest air hub in the state. The airport serves the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area as well as the southern part of Ontario, Canada, which lies just a few miles from the airport on the other side of the Niagara River.

With so many flights departing Buffalo for New York, exploring the Big Apple has never been easier.


Other Flight Destinations in New York

If you’re flying from Buffalo to New York and want to visit other parts of the state, there are a number of other destinations you can fly to. Why not explore one of these popular alternative routes?

Flights from Buffalo to Albany

Flights from Buffalo to Syracuse


Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Buffalo to New York?
Start packing your bags, because there are a couple of carriers that offer direct flights from BUF to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.). Check out the fares with JetBlue and Delta.
What is the shortest flight from Buffalo to New York?
It can take as little as 2 hours and 22 minutes. If you’re of the opinion that your vacation hours should be spent ‘vacationing’ instead of flying, you’ll enjoy the trip from Buffalo to New York.
What airlines fly from Buffalo to New York most frequently?
JetBlue (B6) is one of the carriers with the most flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). It offers 86 services on this route each month. Taking a vacation is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and this airline will get you to your destination quickly and safely. Delta (DL) also services the route from Buffalo to New York. It’s another reputable choice and has 78 flights each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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