Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 4 hours 46 minutes. Buffalo's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Buffalo 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport start from 07:00 — the earliest with JetBlue Airways. The latest flight is the 23:53 option with JetBlue Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 5 services every week from LAX to BUF.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between LAX and BUF:
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is ر.ق. 413. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 873. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from LAX to BUF by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes approximately 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport to the centre of Buffalo is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Buffalo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport for July if you want to visit Buffalo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15 ºC and 28 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from LAX to BUF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10 ºC and 2 ºC on average.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flights from LAX to BUF, you'll need to find a hotel in Buffalo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Buffalo City Hall and Albright-Knox Art Gallery are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Buffalo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Canalside.
Complete your Buffalo trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Buffalo stay.
