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Cheap flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. from C$ 125

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are usually found in March or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 262

One-way from

C$ 125

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 359

Good round-trip deal

C$ 248 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 115 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 29/4-3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 42m total
  • Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 29/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 23m total
  • Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Tue 29/47:45 p.m.BUF - IAD
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/55:25 p.m.IAD - BUF
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 262
Thu 15/53:51 p.m.BUF - BWI
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Thu 22/52:14 p.m.BWI - BUF
1 stop17h 37mFrontier
Deal found 15/4C$ 265
Fri 1/85:30 a.m.BUF - DCA
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/810:40 p.m.DCA - BUF
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 270
Mon 5/55:20 p.m.BUF - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 14/59:05 a.m.BWI - BUF
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 14/4C$ 273
Wed 22/103:50 p.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop3h 30mDelta
Sun 26/106:00 a.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop3h 29mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 275
Mon 5/53:52 p.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Sun 11/56:00 a.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 14/4C$ 276
Thu 24/49:52 a.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Sun 27/45:25 p.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Deal found 15/4C$ 293
Mon 12/53:05 p.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop7h 53mJetBlue
Wed 14/57:00 a.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop4h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 15/4C$ 331
Thu 8/55:55 p.m.BUF - BWI
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Sat 10/51:00 p.m.BWI - BUF
2 stops6h 53mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 336
Wed 30/46:00 a.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/57:18 p.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 429
Fri 23/57:11 p.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 26/55:02 a.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 494
Sat 17/52:40 p.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 18/57:55 a.m.DCA - BUF
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 15/4C$ 567

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Fly from

Buffalo

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Tue 29/4

7:45 p.m.-9:01 p.m.

Nonstop1h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/5

5:25 p.m.-6:51 p.m.

Nonstop1h 26m

C$ 262

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 15/5

3:51 p.m.-10:42 p.m.

1 stop6h 51m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 22/5

2:14 p.m.-7:51 a.m.

1 stop17h 37m

C$ 265

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Fri 1/8

5:30 a.m.-6:54 a.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/8

10:40 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

Nonstop1h 17m

C$ 270

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Mon 5/5

5:20 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 14/5

9:05 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 273

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Mon 5/5

2:59 p.m.-8:56 p.m.

1 stop5h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/5

8:45 a.m.-2:19 p.m.

1 stop5h 34m

C$ 276

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Mon 5/5

7:00 a.m.-1:01 p.m.

1 stop6h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/5

6:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 276

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Thu 22/5

3:54 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/5

1:17 p.m.-7:51 a.m.

1 stop18h 34m

C$ 306

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Mon 12/5

3:05 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop7h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 14/5

7:00 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

1 stop4h 58m

C$ 331

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Thu 8/5

5:55 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/5

1:00 p.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops6h 53m

C$ 336

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 30/4

6:00 a.m.-12:36 p.m.

1 stop6h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/5

7:18 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop4h 39m

C$ 429

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. have to say. 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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Buffalo (BUF), located 13.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 4 airlines have flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 15 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How popular is this Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight route?

    Within the past month, 1,724 users have taken a look at flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip from C$ 262. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from C$ 265, and American Airlines, from C$ 270. United Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 125. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Most travellers choose Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington, Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Buffalo - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl when deciding on the best route from Buffalo to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    The cheapest flight price from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is C$ 102. On average you can expect to pay C$ 387. The most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for C$ 304.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). 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$ 177AverageC$ 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 246AverageC$ 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 330AverageC$ 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 338AverageC$ 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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