Flying from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your HOU to BUF flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Buffalo (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a cinch with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.
Southwest Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HOU and BUF:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
Currently, C$209 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$418. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from HOU to BUF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Houston Hobby Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Houston to Houston Hobby Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HOU? If you've booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Grab a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car and explore Buffalo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Buffalo. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Buffalo in March.
When booking your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HOU to BUF sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Buffalo, a visit to New York will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo. No journey is complete without experiencing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
