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Cheap flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. from C$ 135

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — WAS
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. are usually found in May or March, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 258

One-way from

C$ 135

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 368

Good round-trip deal

C$ 271 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 174 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/6-28/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 13/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.

Fri 27/67:45 p.m.BUF - IAD
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 28/610:20 p.m.IAD - BUF
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 258
Mon 15/98:30 a.m.BUF - BWI
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 17/96:50 a.m.BWI - BUF
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/6C$ 269
Sat 26/76:04 a.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Sat 2/82:00 p.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/6C$ 272
Thu 7/87:00 a.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Sun 10/86:00 a.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/6C$ 272
Thu 3/76:00 a.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/75:15 p.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 314
Sat 6/96:20 a.m.BUF - BWI
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sat 13/97:00 p.m.BWI - BUF
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/6C$ 321
Wed 25/67:10 a.m.BUF - DCA
1 stop9h 02mJetBlue
Thu 26/68:15 a.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop5h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 10/6C$ 425
Sat 28/67:06 p.m.BUF - BWI
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/75:00 a.m.BWI - BUF
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 433
Wed 24/910:15 a.m.BUF - DCA
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Mon 29/96:55 p.m.DCA - BUF
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/6C$ 440
Fri 20/67:53 p.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop4h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/68:14 p.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 470
Fri 20/64:32 p.m.BUF - BWI
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
Sun 22/68:30 a.m.BWI - BUF
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 10/6C$ 472
Tue 17/63:11 p.m.BUF - IAD
1 stop8h 53mFrontier
Thu 19/66:10 a.m.IAD - BUF
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/6C$ 540

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Buffalo

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Fri 27/6

7:45 p.m.-9:06 p.m.

Nonstop1h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/6

10:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

C$ 258

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Mon 15/9

8:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 17/9

6:50 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 269

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Sat 26/7

6:04 a.m.-9:47 a.m.

1 stop3h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

2:00 p.m.-9:09 p.m.

1 stop7h 09m

C$ 272

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - IAD

BUFIAD

Buffalo

Thu 7/8

7:00 a.m.-12:02 p.m.

1 stop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/8

6:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 272

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Thu 3/7

6:00 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

1 stop4h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/7

5:15 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 23m

C$ 314

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 6/9

6:20 a.m.-11:38 a.m.

1 stop5h 18m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 13/9

7:00 p.m.-11:03 p.m.

1 stop4h 03m

C$ 321

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 25/6

7:10 a.m.-4:12 p.m.

1 stop9h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 26/6

8:15 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop5h 39m

C$ 425

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Sat 28/6

7:06 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop5h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 6/7

5:00 a.m.-10:58 a.m.

1 stop5h 58m

C$ 433

BuffaloWashington, D.C.

BUF - DCA

BUFDCA

Buffalo

Wed 24/9

10:15 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

2 stops10h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 29/9

6:55 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 440

BuffaloBaltimore

BUF - BWI

BUFBWI

Buffalo

Tue 22/7

4:00 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop8h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 23/7

11:53 a.m.-8:52 a.m.

1 stop20h 59m

C$ 489

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

The most flights from BUF to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 12 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Qatar Airways from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Buffalo (BUF), located 13.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.. 4 airlines have flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 16 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. round-trip from C$ 258. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from C$ 269, and Delta, from C$ 272. United Airlines is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 135. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    The cheapest flight price from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. is C$ 155. On average you can expect to pay C$ 351. The most popular route, (Buffalo - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for C$ 327.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 327). Flying from Buffalo to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 411). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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