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      Flight deals from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $159. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Buffalo.$159 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.
      Buffalo.$166 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
      Buffalo.$215 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.
      Buffalo.$309 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
      Buffalo.$322 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $322, select.
      Buffalo.$361 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Fri, 18 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $361, select.
      Buffalo.$443 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $443, select.
      Buffalo.$449 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.
      Buffalo.$449 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Tampa International on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.
      Buffalo.$463 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Buffalo Niagara on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.
      Buffalo.$463 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Buffalo Niagara on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.
      Buffalo.$477 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Buffalo Niagara on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.
      Buffalo.$489 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr, returning Sat, 10 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Tampa International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $489, select.
      Buffalo.$523 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Buffalo Niagara on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.
      Buffalo.$531 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Tampa International on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Buffalo Niagara on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $531, select.
      Buffalo.$536 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jul, returning Wed, 21 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Tampa International on Sat, 17 Jul, arriving in Buffalo Niagara.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Buffalo Niagara on Wed, 21 Jul, arriving in Tampa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $536, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara flights are currently cheapest in October.
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      Oct
      from $159
      Nov
      from $215
      Dec
      from $361
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      Direct flights from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara

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      Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Tampa International to Buffalo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Buffalo Niagara.

      Buffalo Niagara

      13km from central Buffalo
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      Tampa to Buffalo: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$159
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
      Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
      Average flights per week17

      Finding cheap flights from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara is $159. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara.
      Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly direct from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara.
      As of September 2026, there are 17 flights per week flying from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara.
      The cheapest month to fly from Tampa International to Buffalo Niagara is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Buffalo Niagara but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Buffalo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Buffalo Niagara.

      Flying from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know

      • Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.

      • Choose from seven weekly Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flights. The 05:10 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:24.

      • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TPA to BUF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

      • Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Buffalo — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.

      • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Southwest Airlines.

      • Frontier Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for TPA to BUF flights, with 81.82% of its services arriving as scheduled.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)

      • $80 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Return flights start at $159. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

      • To get your hands on cheap tickets from TPA to BUF, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

      • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TPA to BUF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

      • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.

      Handy information about Tampa International Airport (TPA)

      • TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.

      • When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

      • Central Tampa to Tampa International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

      • The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel close to TPA? If you've booked an early flight from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

      Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)

      • Consider booking a hotel near BUF if you have a late Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

      • Travel at your own speed with a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and find adventure across Buffalo and beyond.

      • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport about two weeks ahead.

      When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)

      • August is the most popular month for flights from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Buffalo in March.

      • When reserving your flight from Tampa International Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from TPA to BUF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.

      Explore more of the United States

      • New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Buffalo. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.

      • Around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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