Flying from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Atlanta's main airport is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Check out your departure options from here when reserving your flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF).
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours. That's the average duration of a direct Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Atlanta.
Pick from 25 direct weekly services between Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) and Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). This is the most popular route when departing from Atlanta.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Atlanta to BUF. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like March or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).
At ATL, you can choose from various carriers offering direct flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, such as:
Delta ranks first in bookings for flights from ATL to BUF.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta has the best track record for timely arrivals.
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near BUF and shut your eyes sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and experience more of Buffalo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 10 miles from central Buffalo. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
$26 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Return flights start at $54. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Atlanta to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
May is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). Visit Buffalo in September for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 82ºF. Lock in your Atlanta to BUF plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºF and 36ºF.
More about Buffalo
Start your Buffalo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex and Buffalo AKG Art Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Buffalo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Forest Lawn.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Buffalo, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 180 miles southwest to Cleveland to tick off its leading attractions. From Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Pittsburgh is another favorite destination in the United States and is around 180 miles south of Buffalo. No journey is complete without visiting Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain.
