Flying from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your ROA to BUF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ROA and BUF:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
AED 804 is the best price for a one-way Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 1,444. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ROA to BUF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ROA to BUF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Handy information about Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
ROA is located at 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
When it comes to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport's on-time performance, 68.76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is around 8 kilometers from central Roanoke. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ROA:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Reserve a hotel close to BUF if you have a late Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car and discover Buffalo and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the center.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Buffalo. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport for July if you want to visit Buffalo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ROA to BUF in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Buffalo. Around 467 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, about 451 kilometers south-east of Buffalo. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.
