$85 Cheap Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Tampa (TPA)

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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Tampa (BUF-TPA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $85 for one-way flights and $169 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$169 Roundtrip, just found
$169
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $169 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$169 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $169 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jul 19 - Sat, Jul 26
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$170 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Sat, Jul 26, priced at $170 found 8 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 14
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$171 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 12 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Jul 14, priced at $171 found 15 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Aug 29
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$173 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $173 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 25
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$173 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $173 found 7 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$175 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $175 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $219 just found
Delta
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $219 just found
United
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
BUF
Buffalo
TPA
Tampa
$219 Roundtrip, just found
$219
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Buffalo to Tampa, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $219 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo (BUF) to Tampa (TPA)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $68 - $306 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Tampa (TPA)
Origin airport
Buffalo Niagara Intl.
Destination airport
Tampa Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$168
Distance
1054 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 44 mins

Buffalo to Tampa Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Buffalo to Tampa

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 Buffalo to Tampa are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Tampa with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Tampa

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Buffalo to Tampa: 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 Buffalo to Tampa

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 Buffalo to Tampa in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $85 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 Buffalo to Tampa 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 Buffalo to Tampa 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.

 

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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 Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) cost?
Score cheap return flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) starting at $167. Reserve your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving BUF on July 19 2025 and touching down at TPA. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BUF to TPA?
The cheapest flights from BUF to TPA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Jump on a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and journey straight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from BUF to TPA?
Journey from BUF to TPA with Frontier Airlines. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting from $88. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from BUF on September 28 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
With an average of 2 nonstop flights that operate from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) every day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
More passengers fly between BUF and TPA at 7 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from BUF to TPA?
Fly on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA).
What is the earliest flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 7:35AM UTC-5, heading out of Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF). You'll be traveling for around 2h 55m, coming in to land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) at approximately 10:30AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
The average flight time from BUF to TPA is 2 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 1,050 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Select a flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Later departures 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.
What airports do you fly into for Tampa from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
You'll land at Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) or Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) when traveling to Tampa on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from BUF to TPA generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a BUF to TPA flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a BUF to TPA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your BUF to TPA flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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