Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Buffalo and San Francisco?

Chicago (MDW) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Frontier, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Buffalo to San Francisco

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Chicago (MDW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of C$ 316.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 00m.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Southwest, Frontier and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Buffalo according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport is 6 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:57 p.m. - 12:16 a.m.BUF-SFO

10h 19m1 stop

6:29 a.m. - 4:02 p.m.SFO-BUF

6h 33m1 stop

C$ 218Frontier

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Fri, 3 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct

12:17 p.m. - 9:21 p.m.BUF-SFO

12h 04m1 stop

6:29 a.m. - 4:02 p.m.SFO-BUF

6h 33m1 stop

C$ 224Frontier

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Thu, 2 Oct - Sun, 5 Oct

5:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.BUF-SFO

11h 00m1 stop

9:05 p.m. - 7:55 a.m.SFO-BUF

7h 50m1 stop

C$ 347Southwest

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Wed, 8 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

8:05 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.BUF-SFO

8h 15m1 stop

5:15 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.SFO-BUF

11h 05m1 stop

C$ 365Southwest

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2:00 p.m. - 6:20 p.m.BUF-SFO

7h 20m1 stop

6:00 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.SFO-BUF

8h 35m1 stop

C$ 399Delta

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4:25 p.m. - 9:56 p.m.BUF-SFO

8h 31m1 stop

11:36 p.m. - 12:24 p.m.SFO-BUF

9h 48m1 stop

C$ 408American Airlines

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4:01 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.BUF-SFO

10h 34m1 stop

11:36 p.m. - 12:24 p.m.SFO-BUF

9h 48m1 stop

C$ 409American Airlines

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4:35 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.BUF-SFO

10h 30m1 stop

3:30 p.m. - 8:23 a.m.SFO-BUF

13h 53m2 stops

C$ 449Delta

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7:07 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.BUF-SFO

9h 28m1 stop

11:00 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.SFO-BUF

8h 03m1 stop

C$ 455United Airlines

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7:07 a.m. - 5:33 p.m.BUF-SFO

13h 26m2 stops

6:35 a.m. - 9:13 p.m.SFO-BUF

11h 38m2 stops

C$ 532United Airlines

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9 Dec

BUF10:08 a.m.Buffalo

13h 02m

1 stop

SFO8:10 p.m.San Francisco

14 Dec

SFO9:00 p.m.San Francisco

11h 33m

1 stop

BUF11:33 a.m.Buffalo

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15 Oct

BUF5:31 p.m.Buffalo

9h 13m

1 stop

SFO11:44 p.m.San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO9:00 p.m.San Francisco

8h 59m

1 stop

BUF8:59 a.m.Buffalo

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25 Jan

BUF7:45 a.m.Buffalo

12h 28m

1 stop

SFO5:13 p.m.San Francisco

1 Feb

SFO8:45 p.m.San Francisco

8h 44m

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14 Oct

BUF4:25 p.m.Buffalo

8h 31m

1 stop

SFO9:56 p.m.San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO11:36 p.m.San Francisco

9h 48m

1 stop

BUF12:24 p.m.Buffalo

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14 Oct

BUF4:01 p.m.Buffalo

10h 34m

1 stop

SFO11:35 p.m.San Francisco

20 Oct

SFO11:36 p.m.San Francisco

9h 48m

1 stop

BUF12:24 p.m.Buffalo

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11 Oct

BUF4:00 p.m.Buffalo

10h 35m

1 stop

SFO11:35 p.m.San Francisco

14 Oct

SFO6:00 a.m.San Francisco

9h 18m

1 stop

BUF6:18 p.m.Buffalo

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BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Fri 3/10

4:57 p.m.-12:16 a.m.

1 stop10h 19m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

6:29 a.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop6h 33m

C$ 218

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 2/10

12:17 p.m.-9:21 p.m.

1 stop12h 04m

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

6:29 a.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop6h 33m

C$ 224

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Wed 8/10

5:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

9:05 p.m.-7:55 a.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 347

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Thu 20/11

8:05 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 24/11

5:15 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 365

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Fri 23/1

2:00 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

6:00 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 399

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/10

4:25 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

1 stop8h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

11:36 p.m.-12:24 p.m.

1 stop9h 48m

C$ 408

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/10

4:01 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

11:36 p.m.-12:24 p.m.

1 stop9h 48m

C$ 409

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/10

4:35 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop10h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

3:30 p.m.-8:23 a.m.

2 stops13h 53m

C$ 449

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/10

7:07 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 28m

San Francisco

Fri 17/10

11:00 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop8h 03m

C$ 454

BuffaloSan Francisco

BUF - SFO

BUFSFO

Buffalo

Tue 14/10

7:07 a.m.-5:33 p.m.

2 stops13h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 21/10

6:35 a.m.-9:13 p.m.

2 stops11h 38m

C$ 532

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Buffalo is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 405, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from Buffalo averaging around C$ 443.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Buffalo to San Francisco is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 449. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Buffalo because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 673.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Flying to San Francisco from Buffalo in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 476 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco is at noon when prices are around C$ 571.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Buffalo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 489 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Buffalo for as low as C$ 363 on momondo.

How have Buffalo to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Buffalo to San Francisco flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Buffalo to San Francisco by plane?
The distance between Buffalo and San Francisco is about 3688.7 km. By plane, this route typically takes 7h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport is 6 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Buffalo Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Buffalo to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Buffalo to San Francisco is Southwest, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 22%, American Airlines at 16%, and United Airlines at 15%.

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Delta	PriceFrom C$ 192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 203	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,174 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Southwest	PriceFrom C$ 277	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom C$ 356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,914 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

How have Buffalo to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Buffalo to San Francisco flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Frontier, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Buffalo to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Buffalo and San Francisco?

Chicago (MDW) was the most common stop: 44% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of C$ 316.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 00m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Buffalo to San Francisco?

Chicago (MDW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

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