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Journey information
Overview: Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY flight
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Flights from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 9h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $155 (€127) but you can travel from only $120 (€98) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest flight covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 3h 58m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $120 (€98)
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average flight duration 9h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $155 (€127) |
Flights per day 23 |
Fastest flight 3h 58m |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 22:16 |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 42 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $120 (€98)
The cheapest and fastest flights from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY
Showing times and prices for Mar 18
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$349
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
347 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY will cost around $349 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Fast flights
Of the 4 flights that leave Detroit, MI for Buffalo, NY onWed, Mar 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct flights cover the 347 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the longest flights will take 13 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:00AM9h06
Detroit, MI08:06PMBuffalo, NY
$1571One-way
0 transfers
12:49AM13h57
Detroit, MI02:46PMBuffalo, NY
$3531One-way
0 transfers
04:31PM6h09
Detroit, MI10:40PMBuffalo, NY
$4281One-way
0 transfers
07:40PM4h45
Detroit, MI12:25AMBuffalo, NY
$4591One-way
0 transfers
07:40PM4h45
Detroit, MI12:25AMBuffalo, NY
$4591One-way
0 transfers
04:31PM6h09
Detroit, MI10:40PMBuffalo, NY
$4281One-way
0 transfers
11:00AM9h06
Detroit, MI08:06PMBuffalo, NY
$1571One-way
0 transfers
12:49AM13h57
Detroit, MI02:46PMBuffalo, NY
$3531One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train |
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$393 Average price | $156 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price |
12h 24m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY flight times
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY flights for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at 11:03 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| UA3409 · UA4459 | 11:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h36 | 9:06 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3409 · UA3404 | 11:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 16h26 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA5353 · UA3491 | 11:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h11 | 8:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA5353 · UA2301 · UA4459 | 11:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h35 | 9:06 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5353 · UA5428 | 11:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h46 | 5:17 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA5353 · UA1357 · UA4335 | 11:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h43 | 6:14 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5353 · UA1856 · UA4459 | 11:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h35 | 9:06 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
 AA6205+AA2800+ AA4496 | 12:20 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h05 | 7:25 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA426 · UA5428 | 1:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h17 | 5:17 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA426 · UA1856 · UA4459 | 1:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h06 | 9:06 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA426 · UA293 · UA4823 | 1:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h42 | 10:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA426 · UA3491 | 1:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h42 | 8:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
 AA5660+ AA3956 | 2:01 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h51 | 8:52 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA5523 · UA293 · UA4823 | 2:28 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h14 | 10:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5523 · UA3491 | 2:28 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h14 | 8:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4349+AA3670 | 2:30 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h59 | 9:29 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA3670 · AA3382 | 2:30 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h53 | 8:23 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2166+AA3670 · AA3956 | 2:30 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h22 | 8:52 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA3195 · AA1621 | 3:03 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h51 | 9:54 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5538+ AA5866 | 3:11 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h43 | 7:54 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3706 · UA4459 | 3:35 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h31 | 9:06 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3706 · UA3404 | 3:35 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 12h21 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4450 · AA4736 | 4:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 10h50 | 2:50 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4450 · AA4479+AA3622 | 4:00 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h29 | 12:29 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA2514 · AA1621 | 5:06 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h48 | 9:54 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA2514 · AA1120+AA3622 | 5:06 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h23 | 12:29 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5381 · UA2419 · UA3404 | 5:52 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 10h04 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5381 · UA2213 · UA4353 | 5:52 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h50 | 3:42 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5381 · UA2184 · UA3404 | 5:52 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 10h04 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA5381 · UA1335 | 5:52 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h54 | 12:46 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA5381 · UA1630 · UA3404 | 5:52 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 10h04 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA1594+AA4736+AA3428 | 6:06 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h44 | 2:50 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA4616 · AA4465 · AA4736 | 6:18 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h32 | 2:50 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| AA4616 · AA4505 · AA4736 | 6:18 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 8h32 | 2:50 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 2 transfers | |
| UA6190 · UA4823 | 6:40 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h02 | 10:42 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA6190 · UA4353 | 6:40 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 9h02 | 3:42 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3439 · UA3404 | 8:50 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 7h06 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4336+AA3576 | 9:25 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 6h15 | 3:40 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4412 · AA4736 | 9:40 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h10 | 2:50 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA5079+AA4588 | 10:31 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h14 | 2:45 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3699 · UA4182 | 10:48 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 15h00 | 1:48 PM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3699 · UA3404 | 10:48 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 5h08 | 3:56 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AA4357+AA5158 | 11:03 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h28 | 3:31 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UA3518 · UA4353 | 11:36 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport | 4h06 | 3:42 AM Buffalo Niagara International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
| 12:49 AM Detroit, MI | 13h57 | 2:46 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Detroit, MI | 9h06 | 8:06 PM Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap plane tickets from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY can start from as little as $155 (€127) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY is $393 (€321) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY is 3h 58m to travel the 215 miles (347 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY leaves at 5:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY leaves at 10:16 PM.
Flights from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY generally leave from Detroit Wayne County Airport and arrive in Buffalo Niagara International Airport.Detroit Wayne County Airport is 1 miles (3 km) away from Detroit, MI city centre and Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 1 miles (2 km) from Buffalo, NY city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Buffalo, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Since neither Detroit, MI nor Buffalo, NY are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Detroit, MI and Buffalo, NY.
The best events to attend in Buffalo, NY include:
- Buffalo Wing Festival, a delicious celebration of the city's famous chicken wings with tastings and competitions
- Allentown Art Festival, an annual showcase of local and national artists featuring unique crafts and live music
- Buffalo Niagara Film Festival, a vibrant event highlighting independent films from around the world with screenings and discussions.
The best holidays to experience in Buffalo, NY include:
- Independence Day, vibrant fireworks and festive celebrations throughout the city
- Labor Day, pleasant weather perfect for outdoor activities and local events
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings with a charming autumn atmosphere.
The best season to visit Buffalo, NY is Fall or Summer. The best weather to explore Buffalo, NY is during May-September.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
popular airports
Popular airports from Detroit, MI to Buffalo, NY
Detroit
Buffalo
The major airport for departures in Detroit is Detroit Wayne County Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Detroit Wayne County Airport for your trip from Detroit to Buffalo.
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Car Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
I-94, Exit 198Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops are located in both terminals, with major outlets including Duty-Free, Brookstone, and Hudson News.
Parking
- Parking available with options including short-term, long-term, and economy lots, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per half-hour.
Dining
- Restaurants are located in both Mcmara and North terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and Italian. Top options include Chick-fil-A and Andiamo.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, toilets
WC
- Available throughout the airport, in both terminals and near all gates.
Hotel
- Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal.
Shower
- Showers are available in some lounges, but access may require lounge entry fees.
Lounge
- Lounges available, including Delta Sky Club and Lufthansa Lounge, offering amenities like scks and drinks.
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found services are located in the North terminal and can be contacted for misplaced items.
Car Rental
- Car rental services are available, with major companies like Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise located in the Ground Transportation Center.
Public transit options for Detroit Wayne County Airport
- Bus 261, Mcmara terminal, 45 minutes
The major airport for arrivals in Buffalo is Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Buffalo Niagara International Airport for your journey to Buffalo from Detroit.
Amenities at airport
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
NY-33 West, Exit 51Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops available, Main terminal, includes duty-free and gift shops.
Parking
- Parking available with both short-term and long-term options, approximately 0.6€ (INR 50) per hour.
Dining
- Restaurants available; Main terminal, fast food and sit-down options like Anchor Bar and Tim Hortons
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
- Hotels nearby, Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Airport within walking distance.
Lounge
- Lounges available, The Club BUF in the main terminal.
Lost and Found Office
- Lost and Found located in the terminal; contact airport services.
Car Rental
- Car rental services available; counters in the arrivals area
Public transit options for Buffalo Niagara International Airport
- Bus line 24, Buffalo Airport Transit Center, 40 minutes
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