Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Choose from five weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flights. The 14:20 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest you can take. JetBlue Airways operates the latest service of the day at 23:53.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to BUF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
JetBlue Airways is your ticket to exploring Buffalo (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport offered by this popular airline.
JetBlue Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for LAX to BUF flights is JetBlue Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and BUF:
Denver International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
109 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 213 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from LAX to BUF by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LAX:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
If you're arriving on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BUF:
Follow your own route with a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and chase adventure across Buffalo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Buffalo Niagara International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport to central Buffalo has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport for July if you want to explore Buffalo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to BUF around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Buffalo, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 467 kilometres south-east to New York to tick off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.