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Cheap flights from Buffalo to San Francisco from C$ 181

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SFO
5 Nov — 12 Nov1
1 adult

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

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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 31 October 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 346

One-way from

C$ 181

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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/11-24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 04m total
  • Buffalo to San Francisco
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 11/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 14m total
  • Buffalo to San Francisco
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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 31 October 2024.

Fri 22/1112:26 p.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop25h 47mFrontier
Sun 24/119:09 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Deal found 31/10C$ 346
Thu 5/127:00 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop9h 26mJetBlue
Wed 11/1212:23 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop8h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 30/10C$ 360
Thu 5/1211:57 a.m.BUF - SFO
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Sun 8/1212:38 a.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 30/10C$ 384
Fri 22/117:00 a.m.BUF - SFO
2 stops11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 24/111:24 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/10C$ 410
Fri 6/123:00 p.m.BUF - SFO
2 stops10h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/1210:50 p.m.SFO - BUF
2 stops12h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 31/10C$ 515
Tue 24/121:35 p.m.BUF - SFO
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Fri 3/12:40 p.m.SFO - BUF
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 30/10C$ 518
Mon 16/125:21 a.m.BUF - SFO
2 stops13h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 a.m.SFO - BUF
2 stops14h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 31/10C$ 1,067

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 527,020 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2024.

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BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 11/12

5:00 p.m.-12:14 a.m.

1 stop10h 14m

C$ 181

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Fri 22/11

6:25 a.m.-11:04 a.m.

1 stop7h 39m

C$ 192

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 11/12

7:00 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops11h 20m

C$ 257

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 6/3

5:30 a.m.-2:26 p.m.

2 stops11h 56m

C$ 326

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 24/12

3:45 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 05m

C$ 345

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Fri 22/11

12:26 p.m.-11:13 a.m.

1 stop25h 47m

San Francisco

Sun 24/11

9:09 p.m.-11:26 a.m.

1 stop11h 17m

C$ 346

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 5/12

7:00 a.m.-1:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

12:23 p.m.-12:16 a.m.

1 stop8h 53m

C$ 360

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 8/1

1:00 p.m.-6:44 p.m.

1 stop8h 44m

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

6:00 a.m.-7:27 p.m.

1 stop10h 27m

C$ 384

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 9/4

8:24 a.m.-4:06 p.m.

1 stop10h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 14/4

11:20 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop9h 35m

C$ 402

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 1/4

5:50 p.m.-12:11 a.m.

2 stops9h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 7/4

11:00 p.m.-10:16 a.m.

1 stop8h 16m

C$ 508

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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 25 October 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Buffalo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 380). 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 31 October 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Buffalo to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% 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 27 October 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.

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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 31 October 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and JetBlue 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
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,514 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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?

    Frontier, at C$ 346, 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 Frontier is 36% 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$ 181 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from C$ 192 and United Airlines from C$ 257 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Buffalo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 380). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Buffalo to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 527,020 searches. Data last updated 31 October 2024.
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FrontierCheapestC$ 205AverageC$ 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sun Country AirCheapestC$ 214AverageC$ 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 273AverageC$ 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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JetBlueCheapestC$ 327AverageC$ 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 355AverageC$ 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 449AverageC$ 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 470AverageC$ 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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