BuffaloNew York, USA

Flights from Buffalo to New York

Nonstop flights from Buffalo (BUF) to New York (JFK) take about 1h 6m (484 km). jetBlue flies it. Lowest fare seen: $108 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in New York

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Aircraft waiting on JFK airport apron with New York City skyline in the background. — arriving in New York

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Buffalo →1 lounge at Buffalo Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresJFK to New York: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in New York →94 drop-off points, from $2.90

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Airlines flying Buffalo to New York

Carriers on BUF–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen

Buffalo to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $104 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$10430 Oct 2026 · jetBlue	—
Nov 2026	$14022 Nov 2026 · jetBlue	—
Dec 2026	$1501 Dec 2026	—
Jun 2027	$1791 Jun 2027 · jetBlue	—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $104 in October 2026, against $150 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Buffalo to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Buffalo to New York flights

How long is the flight from Buffalo to New York?

A nonstop flight from Buffalo (BUF) to New York (JFK) takes about 1h 6m, covering 484 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Buffalo from New York by air?

The great-circle distance between Buffalo Niagara International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 484 km (301 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Buffalo to New York?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BUF–JFK route include jetBlue. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Buffalo to New York cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BUF–JFK was $108 USD with jetBlue (nonstop), departing 15 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to New York?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $104 one-way, against $179 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Buffalo to USA?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit New York?

USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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