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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,320. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Buffalo.R 1,598 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,598, select.
Buffalo.R 1,652 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,652, select.
Buffalo.R 1,750 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,750, select.
Buffalo.R 1,753 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,753, select.
Buffalo.R 1,879 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,879, select.
Buffalo.R 1,901 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,901, select.
Buffalo.R 1,901 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,901, select.
Buffalo.R 1,901 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,901, select.
Buffalo.R 1,908 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,908, select.
Buffalo.R 1,979 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,979, select.
Buffalo.R 1,991 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,991, select.
Buffalo.R 3,306 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,306, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 3,306
Aug
from R 1,598
Sep
from R 1,652
Oct
from R 1,753
Nov
from R 1,750
Dec
from R 1,879
Jan
from R 1,979
Feb
from R 1,908
Mar
from R 1,901
Apr
from R 1,901
May
from R 1,901
Jun
from R 1,991

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara

New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Buffalo Niagara.

Buffalo Niagara

13km from central Buffalo
ClosestCheapest
from R 1,598
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Niagara Falls

24km from central Buffalo
from R 3,425
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New York to Buffalo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,598
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 38 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week388

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara is R 3,214. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 38 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara.
Etihad Airways, LATAM Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara.
As of July 2026, there are 388 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Buffalo Niagara is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Buffalo Niagara but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Buffalo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, jetBlue offers the cheapest flight tickets to Buffalo Niagara.

Flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.

  • Take your pick of 55 weekly New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest flight you can take. JetBlue Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:59.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to BUF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Delta offers direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Buffalo — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Delta.

  • Delta is the most punctual carrier offering JFK to BUF flights, with 78.5% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and BUF include:

    • Washington Ronald Reagan Airport

    • Baltimore Washington International Airport

    • Raleigh / Durham Airport

Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • 73% of flights that depart New York John F. Kennedy Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to New York John F. Kennedy Airport from central New York, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near JFK? If you've booked an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Buffalo and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)

  • The quietest month for a flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JFK to BUF in January. Average temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Buffalo, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 467 kilometres south-east to New York to tick off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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