Travelling from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Search for flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) that fly out of this terminal.
Jump on a direct flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 3 minutes.
Buffalo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Atlanta. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
With 35 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is the busiest route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from ATL to BUF is with Delta at 22:50.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Atlanta to BUF. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Fly without interruptions from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) operate from here.
When leaving from ATL, you can catch a direct flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport with Delta.
The distance from central Atlanta to ATL is around 18 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Buffalo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is C$68. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$163. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find flight tickets from Atlanta to BUF.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from Atlanta to BUF.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Buffalo, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Atlanta to BUF for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Buffalo to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Buffalo
Start your Buffalo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Buffalo City Hall, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Canalside are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Buffalo itinerary.
Complete your Buffalo trip with a car rental
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