Travelling from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to BUF, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Vancouver to BUF flight? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 75%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Book a hotel close to BUF if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Central Buffalo is around 16 kilometres from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Right now, $300 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $536. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to BUF, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
December is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Buffalo based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Vancouver to BUF plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buffalo to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 2ºC.
More about Buffalo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Buffalo right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Buffalo Niagara International Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Buffalo when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex followed by Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Forest Lawn.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres southwest of Buffalo, a visit to Cleveland will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Pittsburgh is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south of Buffalo. No journey is complete without a visit to Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain.
