Travelling from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.
Every week, there are 23 Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 08:20 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:30 with United Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your IAD to BUF flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Jetting into Buffalo (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a cinch with United. This popular airline has direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier that offers IAD to BUF flights, with 75.81% of its services landing on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IAD and BUF include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
New York Newark Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the departures from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to IAD:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BUF instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and discover more of Buffalo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Buffalo Niagara Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
The street address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Buffalo. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Buffalo. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Buffalo, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAD to BUF around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Buffalo, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 467 kilometres south-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Buffalo. No journey is complete without a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
