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Cheap flights from Asheville to Buffalo (AVL - BUF) from $99

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Asheville to Buffalo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Asheville (AVL) to Buffalo (BUF). 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 May 29, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$256

One-way from

$99
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Asheville to Buffalo?

Users have found that flying from Asheville to Buffalo on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Buffalo. Flights to Buffalo from Asheville in March are about $338 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $244.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Asheville to Buffalo (AVL - BUF)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Asheville to Buffalo by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Asheville to Buffalo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Asheville and Buffalo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Asheville to Buffalo. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 9/37:43 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/61:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$195
Fri 6/145:15 amAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/226:46 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$250
Tue 8/137:43 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2012:10 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$340
Mon 7/16:03 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/41:55 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$349
Fri 10/185:41 amAVL - BUF
1 stop3h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/215:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop3h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$360
Fri 6/146:29 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/226:46 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$365
Mon 7/15:15 amAVL - BUF
2 stops6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/41:55 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$463
Fri 10/184:19 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/215:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$480
Tue 8/139:05 amAVL - BUF
2 stops7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2012:10 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$485

Cheap United Airlines flights from Asheville to Buffalo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Asheville and Buffalo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on United Airlines flights from Asheville to Buffalo. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 9/37:00 amAVL - BUF
2 stops16h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/66:00 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$456
Tue 9/37:00 amAVL - BUF
3 stops16h 17mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/66:00 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$477
Tue 7/95:50 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/163:05 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops7h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$559

Cheap Asheville to Buffalo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Asheville to Buffalo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 29, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Asheville to Buffalo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 6/148:16 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/226:46 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$250
Fri 6/146:29 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/226:46 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$365
Wed 6/265:15 amAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/110:13 amBUF - AVL
1 stop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$575
Fri 6/146:29 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/2212:38 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$576
Fri 6/146:29 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/2212:38 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$586

Asheville to Buffalo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Asheville and Buffalo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Asheville to Buffalo in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 9/37:43 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/61:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$195
Tue 8/65:18 amAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/132:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$197
Tue 8/136:36 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Tue 8/207:34 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/28$198
Tue 8/65:18 amAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/132:51 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$202
Tue 8/65:18 amAVL - BUF
2 stops5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1312:10 pmBUF - AVL
2 stops6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$235
Fri 6/148:16 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/226:46 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$250
Thu 8/87:43 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/185:15 amBUF - AVL
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$272
Fri 7/55:50 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/106:03 pmBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$303
Tue 8/132:34 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/206:04 amBUF - AVL
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/26$340

One-way flights to Buffalo from Asheville

Search for one-way flight options from Asheville to Buffalo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Asheville to Buffalo. Users needing a return flight from Asheville to Buffalo should utilize the search form above.
Tue 8/276:36 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/28$99
Tue 7/305:20 amAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$103
Tue 8/2711:00 amAVL - BUF
2 stops6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$104
Tue 7/305:20 amAVL - BUF
2 stops6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$108
Mon 7/291:00 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop8h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 5/28$138
Fri 8/305:50 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$149
Mon 9/21:00 pmAVL - BUF
1 stop8h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 5/28$210
Tue 8/277:00 amAVL - BUF
3 stops16h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$278
Fri 8/3012:49 pmAVL - BUF
2 stops9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$293

Find flights from Asheville to Buffalo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Asheville to Buffalo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 29, 2024.

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Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 9/3

1 stop4h 47m

Buffalo

Fri 9/6

1 stop5h 17m

$195

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 8/13

1 stop5h 19m

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

1 stop4h 19m

$198

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Fri 6/14

1 stop4h 08m

Buffalo

Sat 6/22

1 stop4h 40m

$250

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 7/9

1 stop8h 33m

Buffalo

Tue 7/16

1 stop5h 00m

$334

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 8/13

1 stop4h 47m

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

2 stops6h 53m

$340

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Mon 7/1

1 stop4h 42m

Buffalo

Thu 7/4

1 stop20h 04m

$349

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Fri 10/18

1 stop3h 10m

Buffalo

Mon 10/21

1 stop3h 23m

$360

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 9/3

2 stops16h 32m

Buffalo

Fri 9/6

1 stop4h 23m

$456

Asheville RegionalBuffalo

AVL - BUF

AVLBUF

Asheville Regional

Tue 9/3

3 stops16h 17m

Buffalo

Fri 9/6

1 stop4h 23m

$477

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Deals found on 5/27

When is the cheapest time to fly from Asheville to Buffalo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Asheville to Buffalo. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Asheville to Buffalo flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Buffalo by month

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Temperature

24.8 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Buffalo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Buffalo. 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 Buffalo. Reviews last updated May 29, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and United Airlines from Asheville to Buffalo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

JetBlue
7.6
Good
4,370 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,799 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Asheville to Buffalo for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Asheville to Buffalo for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $195, but on average you can expect to pay $430.

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

    American Airlines, at $195, was found to be the cheapest airline from Asheville to Buffalo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and JetBlue. American Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $99 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and JetBlue, with prices starting from $103 and $138, respectively.

  • What does AVL to BUF mean?

    AVL and BUF are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. AVL to BUF refers to a flight route from Asheville Regional Airport to Buffalo Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Asheville to Buffalo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Asheville to Buffalo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Asheville to Buffalo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Asheville to Buffalo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Asheville to Buffalo?

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  • How recently were the Asheville to Buffalo flight deals updated?

    The Asheville to Buffalo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/28.

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

    Before booking your flight from Asheville to Buffalo check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Asheville to Buffalo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Asheville to Buffalo (average of $256). Flying from Asheville to Buffalo in July is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Asheville to Buffalo

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DeltaCheapest$237Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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