Flying from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) begins with finding the right airport to jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Buffalo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to BUF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Toronto to BUF flight? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near BUF:
Go where the road takes you with a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and chase adventure across Buffalo and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport to the centre of Buffalo is about 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is $309. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $622. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). Visit Buffalo in May for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Toronto to BUF flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Toronto to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buffalo:
Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex and Albright-Knox Art Gallery are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Buffalo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Forest Lawn.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Buffalo, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres south-west to Cleveland to tick off its leading sights. From Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum to Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Pittsburgh is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south of Buffalo. No trip is complete without experiencing Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh.
