Travelling from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Columbus's main airports, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) or Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) jetting off from either of these.
Buffalo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Columbus. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Columbus to BUF.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, 79.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can arrive at LCK from the centre of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 26 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Columbus to BUF flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Rickenbacker International Airport. If you have an early departure, Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East will put you a short ride from the airport.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.14%.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Consider booking a hotel near BUF if you're catching a late flight from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Grab a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car and explore Buffalo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Buffalo. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is R 1,571. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,528. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Columbus to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Buffalo. August is when most people book flights from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Columbus to BUF plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Columbus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buffalo:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn are highlights which should feature on every Buffalo itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Cleveland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Buffalo. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Pittsburgh is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south of Buffalo. No trip is complete without visiting Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh.
