Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Houston: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Houston is one hour behind Buffalo, where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your BUF to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at BUF and fly nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with American Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston.
BUF is about 13 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Houston
RM231 is currently the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston flight. Return plane tickets start from RM819. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BUF to Houston. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BUF to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the centre of Houston takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from BUF to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 50 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your BUF to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month to travel to Houston. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Houston to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
