Flying from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your RNO to BUF flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights 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 Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RNO and BUF include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
Right now, $210 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $801. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from RNO to BUF, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RNO to BUF.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Reno / Tahoe Airport (RNO)
RNO is located at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno / Tahoe Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart RNO land on time.
To reach Reno / Tahoe Airport from central Reno, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near RNO:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Explore without limits with a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and venture far and wide through Buffalo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
From Buffalo Niagara Airport, Buffalo is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Buffalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Buffalo is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Reno / Tahoe Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RNO to BUF sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Buffalo. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore 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.
