Travelling from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Your MSY to BUF flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MSY and BUF include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Handy information about New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Of all flights leaving New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
Central New Orleans to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MSY. Whether you've booked an early flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget to explore Buffalo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
August is the busiest month for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Buffalo in March.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to BUF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Buffalo, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 467 kilometres south-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo. No journey is complete without experiencing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
