Traveling from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Houston's main airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) setting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 10 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
The timezone in Buffalo is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
Your flight from Houston to BUF won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Fly without interruptions from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Direct flights from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport with American Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from IAH.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from IAH to BUF.
IAH is about 40 kilometers from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
79% of flights that take off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) plane ticket out of Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Work out whether leaving from HOU works best for your plans.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to BUF departing from HOU. Book your favorite seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Southwest Airlines is the most popular choice for travelers flying from HOU to BUF.
HOU is about 19 kilometers from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Houston to BUF flight? Check in to a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
79% of flights taking off from Houston Hobby Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
The street address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, central Buffalo is around 16 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Right now, AED 224 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 433. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to BUF, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
December is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Houston to BUF plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Buffalo to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Houston to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buffalo:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Forest Lawn are essential stops on your Buffalo itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Buffalo, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometers southwest to Cleveland to check off its popular sights. From Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, consider Pittsburgh, roughly 290 kilometers south of Buffalo. Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain are among its highlights.
