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Cheap flights from Buffalo to San Francisco from C$ 186

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SFO
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Buffalo to San Francisco are usually found in November or September, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 323

One-way from

C$ 186

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 596
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/1-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 23m total
  • Buffalo to San Francisco
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 11m total
  • Buffalo to San Francisco
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/126:10 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Wed 1/110:59 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop9h 16mDelta
Deal found 17/12C$ 580
Fri 27/1210:28 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop11h 50mJetBlue
Tue 31/126:00 a.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop10h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 17/12C$ 634
Tue 24/1210:28 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/1211:00 a.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 688
Tue 24/123:45 p.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Tue 31/127:55 a.m.SFO - BUF
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12C$ 703
Sat 21/1211:35 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/111:27 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 856
Thu 19/125:23 a.m.BUF - SFO
2 stops13h 51mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/18:00 a.m.SFO - BUF
2 stops12h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 4,813

Find flights from Buffalo to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Sat 18/1

2:43 p.m.-8:58 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 25/1

7:00 a.m.-7:08 p.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 323

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 15/1

6:00 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

1 stop11h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 22/1

8:00 a.m.-6:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 57m

C$ 370

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 8/1

5:49 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

1 stop8h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

5:55 a.m.-5:09 p.m.

1 stop8h 14m

C$ 394

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 6/3

2:59 p.m.-10:52 p.m.

1 stop10h 53m

San Francisco

Sat 15/3

11:52 p.m.-1:41 p.m.

1 stop10h 49m

C$ 426

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 13/2

11:54 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

1 stop11h 06m

San Francisco

Mon 17/2

1:42 p.m.-12:32 a.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 513

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Sun 12/1

1:05 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop12h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 16/1

7:15 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops11h 20m

C$ 561

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 9/4

5:44 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

2 stops13h 41m

San Francisco

Mon 14/4

10:48 a.m.-11:28 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

C$ 894

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/1

4:03 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop8h 46m

C$ 186

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Mon 13/1

3:59 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop10h 18m

C$ 197

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 15/4

11:03 a.m.-9:21 p.m.

2 stops13h 18m

C$ 264

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Buffalo to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco (average of C$ 272). Flying from Buffalo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Buffalo to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Southwest from Buffalo to San Francisco. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to San Francisco round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 323, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and Delta. Users have found that United Airlines is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to San Francisco one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 186 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from C$ 197 and United Airlines from C$ 264 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buffalo to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco (average of C$ 272). Flying from Buffalo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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FrontierCheapestC$ 211AverageC$ 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 280AverageC$ 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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JetBlueCheapestC$ 338AverageC$ 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 364AverageC$ 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 461AverageC$ 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 482AverageC$ 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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