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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $398. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

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

Buffalo to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$395
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor is $398. 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.
4 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of March 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Buffalo Niagara to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 42 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.

  • Phoenix is three hours behind Buffalo and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Flights from BUF to PHX start from 05:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:25 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are seven weekly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUF to PHX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Phoenix (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport offered by this airline.

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

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering BUF to PHX flights. A reliable 84.38% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BUF and PHX:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • $182 is currently the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight. Return flights start at $398. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BUF to PHX.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BUF to PHX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred 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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)

  • BUF is located at Genesee Street.

  • 75.46% of flights taking off from Buffalo Niagara International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BUF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • From Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, Phoenix is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Phoenix in May.

  • The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUF to PHX in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • Phoenix has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Las Vegas is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without seeing Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.

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