Travelling from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) jetting off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 2 hours 46 minutes.
Buffalo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is the most popular route. There are 18 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 19:35. Opt for the first TPA to BUF departure with Southwest Airlines at 06:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa to BUF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can take a direct flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) out of Tampa International Airport (TPA).
Frontier Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport taking off from TPA.
TPA is about 13 kilometres from central Tampa. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
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About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
Reserve a hotel close to BUF if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
From Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
For a one-way ticket from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Rs15,402 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just Rs36,009. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
8 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from Tampa to BUF.
The cheapest month for tickets from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Buffalo. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
When booking your flight from Tampa to BUF, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between -10ºC and 2ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
More about Buffalo
Start your Buffalo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Buffalo City Hall, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Canalside are top sights which should feature on any good Buffalo itinerary.
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