Flying from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
All good adventures start from Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) leaving from this base.
Approximately 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is the most popular route. There are 4 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Delta at 15:25. Go for the first MSP to BUF departure with Sun Country Airlines at 06:40 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Minneapolis to BUF, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
Sun Country Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport departing from MSP.
From the centre of Minneapolis, MSP is approximately 21 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a handy hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport to the centre of Buffalo takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is R 1,420. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,268. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Minneapolis to BUF by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Buffalo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Buffalo. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Minneapolis to BUF sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC and 2ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buffalo:
Buffalo City Hall and Albright-Knox Art Gallery are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Buffalo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Canalside.
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