Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport take 1 hour 36 minutes. Buffalo and New York are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't have to change your watch after you land.
Flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport start at 05:28 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is the 22:35 service with JetBlue Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 65 services every week from JFK to BUF.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and BUF include:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is P3,171. The cheapest price for a return flight is P6,356. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from JFK to BUF, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from JFK to BUF every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, John F. Kennedy International Airport can be reached in about 48 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Got an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near JFK:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Consider staying in a hotel near BUF if you're on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport for July if you want to go to Buffalo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15 ºC and 28 ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to BUF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10 ºC and 2 ºC on average.
More about Buffalo
Start your Buffalo trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from JFK to BUF, explore our accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Buffalo City Hall, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Canalside are attractions you won't want to skip in Buffalo.
Complete your Buffalo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Buffalo Niagara International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Buffalo.