Travelling from Albany Airport (ALB) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your ALB to BUF flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ALB and BUF include:
New York LaGuardia Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
At the moment, $194 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $386. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALB to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from ALB to BUF is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.
Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Of the departures from Albany Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Albany Airport from central Albany, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ALB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
If you have a late Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BUF:
Go where the road takes you with a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and find adventure across Buffalo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Buffalo. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Buffalo. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Albany Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport for July if you want to explore Buffalo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ALB to BUF around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Buffalo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Buffalo, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Philadelphia, about 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
