Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Buffalo.
Flights from BUF to BWI start at 05:25 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:10 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 25 weekly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BUF to BWI flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Washington DC (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BUF to BWI flights, with 82.22% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BUF and BWI:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Right now, R 1,250 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,483. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BUF to BWI by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BUF to BWI.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
75.46% of flights taking off from Buffalo Niagara International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BWI instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to BWI in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without experiencing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.