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Cheap Flight Deals from Raleigh to Buffalo (RDU-BUF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Buffalo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Buffalo

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Buffalo.
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RDU-BUF
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Buffalo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Buffalo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Buffalo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Buffalo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to Buffalo is October, where tickets cost C$ 208 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 536 and C$ 485 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Buffalo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Buffalo, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.

When to book flights from Raleigh to Buffalo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Buffalo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Buffalo

  • What types of transportation can I use to go from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to downtown Buffalo?

    An easy way to go from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to downtown Buffalo is by driving, as it usually takes between 15 and 20 minutes. Otherwise, you can take public transportation, including bus line 24. With the bus, you will arrive in the city center in around 40 minutes.

  • What is the standard checked baggage policy for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)?

    For flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), you will typically not be able to check a bag for free. Instead, you will be required to pay an extra fee. Frontier Airlines has a maximum weight of 50 lbs.

  • What sustainable airlines offer flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)?

    American Airlines is considered to be especially sustainable. The company has been consistently replacing its fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft, for instance. It has also made it a goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. On its flights, American Airlines has been working to reduce the amount of single-use plastic, particularly for packaging.

  • Will I receive any refreshments on my flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)?

    If you fly with American Airlines, you will receive a free light snack and drink during your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). You may have the option of purchasing additional drinks and snacks during your trip, which is also the case for other airlines, like Frontier Airlines.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Raleigh to Buffalo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Raleigh to Buffalo flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    You can catch a direct flight from Raleigh to Buffalo on on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to Buffalo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Buffalo from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Buffalo with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to Buffalo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Buffalo from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Buffalo

  • There are a few ways that travelers can go from downtown Raleigh to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). If you opt to drive, it will normally take you around 15 to 20 minutes. Public transportation is always an option as well, including the bus lines Piedmont, 310, and RDU, which will bring you to the airport in around 1 h 15 min.
  • While you can usually find direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), many journeys require a layover. When you fly with JetBlue, you may have a layover in New York. With American Airlines, your layover may be in Washington, D.C.
  • To save some money on your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), consider booking a Basic Economy ticket. JetBlue has a Blue Basic fare, while American Airlines offers a Basic Economy cabin class.
  • As it is such a short flight, it can often be rather affordable to upgrade your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). American Airlines has a First cabin class for this route, for example.
  • Most economy tickets will allow you to bring a free carry-on for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). When you are flying with American Airlines, your item can be a maximum size of 18 x 14 x 8 inches.
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Prefer to fly direct from Raleigh to Buffalo?

Find which airlines fly direct from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Buffalo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Raleigh-Durham to Buffalo

Thursday

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Saturday

Frontier

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Sunday

Frontier

Frontier

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Direct returns

Buffalo to Raleigh-Durham

Thursday

Frontier

Frontier

Saturday

Frontier

Frontier

Sunday

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Top airline flying from Raleigh to Buffalo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Buffalo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Raleigh to Buffalo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
5.9
FrontierOverall score based on 3283 reviews
6.2Boarding
4.8Food
4.6Entertainment
6.8Crew
5.6Comfort
Airline reviews

Not very good. Paid in excess of $400 for assigned seating for my family and that was not provided. I want that money back.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2025PHL - MIA
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Not very good. Paid in excess of $400 for assigned seating for my family and that was not provided. I want that money back.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Seats are uncomfortable but price is good. Guess I can put up with misery for four hours.

I’ve never traveled on Frontier before. If you want basic, no frills, friendly service at great prices then give them a fly!

I guess you get what you pay for. The seats are very uncomfortable and very little space. The snacks were pricey.

Cancelled and declined to find alternatives Earlier flight is 2 days later Sent the cancellation notification very late, wish I knew earlier would have stayed to watch the Miami open final game Very disappointing service

The worst flight of my life. Never will I fly frontier again

Landing in terminal 2, but my luggage is terminal 3. We (and others) were looking for it in terminal 1. We probably missed the crew broadcast, but the communication could have been clearer for non native (or elderly) passengers.

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