Q: Can I fly back to Buffalo from Chicago?

Returning to Buffalo from Chicago COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Buffalo. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Buffalo.

Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average per day?

Accepted Answer

Per day, 16 flights depart from Buffalo to Chicago on average.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 56% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 19% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 25% of flight departures

Question 3

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Departing from Buffalo to Chicago will take you 4h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 763 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Question 4

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago round-trip?

Accepted Answer

Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at C$ 251. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 294 and C$ 312, respectively. You may be able to fly from Buffalo to Chicago for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Chicago one-way?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Buffalo to Chicago are JetBlue (C$ 124), Frontier (C$ 136), and United Airlines (C$ 163).

Question 6

Can I fly to Chicago from Buffalo right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions for travel to Chicago within the United States

Most visitors from Buffalo need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Buffalo are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Buffalo are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

Question 7

Can I fly back to Buffalo from Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Buffalo from Chicago

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Buffalo.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Buffalo.

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Buffalo to Chicago.

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

While on average a flight from Buffalo to Chicago is generally C$ 382, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 304. When looking at the most popular route, (Buffalo - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 315 for that flight.

Question 10

What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Chicago are GoJet (100%), Copa Airlines (97%) and Republic Airways (94%).

Question 11

Can I find flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under C$ 300 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under C$ 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on JetBlue for just C$ 251, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 311.

Question 12

Are there direct flights from Buffalo to Chicago for under C$ 400 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 15 direct flights from Buffalo to Chicago under C$ 400. A good price for a direct flight from Buffalo to Chicago is less than C$ 414.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from Buffalo to Chicago for under C$ 600?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 6+ open flights from Buffalo to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than C$ 600.

Question 14

Which airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

To save up to 47% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Buffalo to Chicago from C$ 403 1-2 weeks out and tickets from C$ 534 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

January can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Buffalo with a flight ticket averaging about C$ 342. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as C$ 187. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Chicago (BUF - CHI)?

Accepted Answer

When flying from Buffalo to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at noon.

Question 19

What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Chicago?

Accepted Answer

If you book a flight to Chicago from Buffalo, you will be flying from Buffalo, which is the city’s only airport. Buffalo (BUF) is located 13.4 km from the centre of Buffalo. There are 28 flights from Buffalo to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

Popular in	April	High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Cheapest in	January	Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Round-trip from	C$ 271	From Buffalo to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from	C$ 159	One-way flight from Buffalo to Chicago (CHI)

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
American Airlines	CheapestC$ 205	AverageC$ 333	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	COVID-19 safety	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	CheapestC$ 248	AverageC$ 381	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search United Airlines flights

13%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
40%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
44%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
3%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	26daily flights
Monday	33daily flights
Tuesday	30daily flights
Wednesday	32daily flights
Thursday	31daily flights
Friday	32daily flights
Saturday	14daily flights

Cheap flights from Buffalo to Chicago

The best prices from Buffalo to Chicago are usually found in January or December, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

How to find the cheapest flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best BUF to CHI flight in 2022: compare Buffalo to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Chicago?

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