Traveling from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
3 hours 59 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Buffalo is 3 hours ahead of Phoenix and operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
For the first departure, catch the 05:00 flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you prefer to leave later, the latest flight is at 18:25. With 4 weekly flights from PHX to BUF, you can select the timing that works best for you.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PHX and BUF include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is C$119. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$259. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from PHX to BUF.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Located around 8 kilometres from the center of Phoenix, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 34 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PHX? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Reserve a hotel close to BUF if you're on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Buffalo in May.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from PHX to BUF 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
After locking in your flights from PHX to BUF, you'll want to find a place to stay in Buffalo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Buffalo City Hall and Albright-Knox Art Gallery are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Buffalo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Canalside.
Complete your Buffalo trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Buffalo stay.