Travelling from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Orlando's main airport, Orlando International Airport (MCO). Check out your options for catching a flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) leaving from this base.
Book a direct Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Buffalo's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Orlando. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
With 23 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is the busiest route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:05am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from MCO to BUF is with Southwest Airlines at 10:05pm.
Your flight from Orlando to BUF won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
March is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can find a direct flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) out of Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport out of MCO include:
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from MCO to BUF.
Among carriers operating on this route, Frontier Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
The journey from central Orlando to MCO takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to BUF flight:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Have a late flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BUF and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Buffalo. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Currently, £37 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £66. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Orlando to BUF, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). August is when most people travel to Buffalo. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
When booking your Orlando to BUF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January has temperatures of between -10ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buffalo
Start your Buffalo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Buffalo when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off 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 going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 290 kms (180 miles) southwest of Buffalo, a visit to Cleveland will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Pittsburgh is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kms (180 miles) south of Buffalo. No journey is complete without dropping by Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain.