$118 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Buffalo (BUF)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Buffalo (CLT-BUF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $118 for one-way flights and $217 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jul 12 - Thu, Jul 17
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$217 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 12 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $217 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Thu, Aug 28
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$226 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $226 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 21
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$228 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 12 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Mon, Jul 21, priced at $228 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 22
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$236 Roundtrip, just found
$236
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $236 just found
Delta
Mon, Jun 30 - Sat, Jul 12
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$240 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jun 30 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $240 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Thu, Jul 17
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$242 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $242 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 12
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$248 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $248 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 11
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$252 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $252 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 12
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$253 Roundtrip, just found
$253
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $253 just found
United
Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 30
CLT
Charlotte
BUF
Buffalo
$273 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Charlotte to Buffalo, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $273 found 6 hours ago

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From $67 - $273 per traveler.

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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 $453
BUF
Buffalo Niagara Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $453
Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Buffalo (BUF)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
Buffalo Niagara Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$217
Distance
545 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 46 mins

Charlotte to Buffalo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Buffalo are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Buffalo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Buffalo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Buffalo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $118 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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.

 

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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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) cost?
Score cheap return tickets from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) starting from $253. Book your seat and get ready to go. 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 American Airlines flight leaving CLT on July 25 2025 and touching down at BUF. The price was last updated on June 28 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CLT to BUF?
The cheapest flights from CLT to BUF 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Hop on a direct flight with American Airlines and fly straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLT to BUF?
Travel from CLT to BUF with American Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $206. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CLT on August 12 2025. Prices were last updated on June 28 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Every day, an average of 3 nonstop flights take off from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF). Choose the departure time that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
The 10 PM departures from CLT to BUF are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLT to BUF?
Sunday offers the most flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:45AM UTC-5, heading out of Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). You'll be traveling for approximately 1h 50m, reaching Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) at approximately 10:35AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Flights from CLT to BUF have an average travel time of 1 hour and 47 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 550 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CLT to BUF?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Select a flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time 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 Buffalo from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
If you're on a direct flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo, Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from CLT to BUF are typically more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a CLT to BUF flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a CLT to BUF flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your CLT to BUF flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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