Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Phoenix: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7. The city is two hours behind Buffalo, where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BUF to Phoenix flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix tickets are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll arrive.
Book your ticket with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix.
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 the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BUF:
74% of flights that depart Buffalo Niagara International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Phoenix
RM320 is currently the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix flight. Return plane tickets start at RM634. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BUF to Phoenix. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix takes around 10 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near PHX if you're coming in on a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport around one week before your flight from BUF to Phoenix.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Central Phoenix is located around 32 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near AZA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BUF to Phoenix flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at AZA can land you a better rate.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
March is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Phoenix in October.
Book a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 45ºC (113ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Phoenix in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Phoenix, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Camelback Mountain are just two of the top attractions to add to your Phoenix travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Heard Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres northwest of Phoenix. No journey is complete without dropping by Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
