Flying from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): What you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) taking off from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
The timezone in Buffalo is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Frankfurt. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located in Buffalo.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Frankfurt to BUF. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to BUF. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
FRA is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to BUF flight, stay in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
53.13% of flights leaving Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Grab a Buffalo Niagara International Airport rental car and explore Buffalo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport flight.
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Buffalo. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
$1,224 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Return flights start from $1,035. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt to BUF. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Frankfurt to BUF.
Lock in a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF). August is the most popular month to visit Buffalo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in May.
Lock in a Frankfurt to BUF flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Buffalo to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC and 2ºC.
More about Buffalo
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buffalo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex, Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn are top attractions which should be on every Buffalo itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Cleveland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Buffalo. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Around 290 kilometres south of Buffalo, Pittsburgh is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh.
