$130 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Buffalo (BUF)

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Popular airlines from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)

Cheap Flights from San Jose to Buffalo (SJC-BUF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $130 for one-way flights and $250 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$250 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $250 found 23 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 10
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$255 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $255 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$261 Roundtrip, just found
$261
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $261 just found
Delta
Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$277 Roundtrip, just found
$277
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $277 just found
United
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$279 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $279 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 10
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$279 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $279 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$282 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $282 found 13 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 17
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$282 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $282 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 29
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$282 Roundtrip, just found
$282
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $282 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8
SJC
San Jose
BUF
Buffalo
$287 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Jose to Buffalo, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $287 found 13 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Buffalo (BUF)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $232 - $866 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Buffalo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Buffalo Niagara Intl. BUF. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $375
BUF
Buffalo Niagara Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $375
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Buffalo (BUF)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
Buffalo Niagara Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$250
Distance
2287 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 35 mins

San Jose to Buffalo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Buffalo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Jose to Buffalo are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Buffalo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Jose to Buffalo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose to Buffalo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Jose to Buffalo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Jose to Buffalo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $130 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Jose to Buffalo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Jose to Buffalo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $130 or cheap return flight from $250 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Planning your trip for September can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SJC and BUF. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, travel time and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest SJC to BUF flight.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Nonstop flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) aren't available daily, so you'll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your travel details and select either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to BUF?
You'll usually find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can vary from season to season and during public holidays or peak travel times.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Book a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from SJC to BUF generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to BUF flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SJC to BUF flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your SJC to BUF flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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