Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Each week, there are 12 Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, go for the 08:25 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:10 with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MDW to BUF flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Buffalo (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With 79.05% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating MDW to BUF flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MDW and BUF:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Ronald Reagan National Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Currently, Rs27,403 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs55,963. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MDW to BUF.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport, 77.88% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MDW:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and see more of Buffalo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Buffalo Niagara International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to BUF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 2ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Buffalo, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to New York to tick off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for Philadelphia, about 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.
