Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is three hours behind Buffalo, where Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your BUF to Seattle flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Buffalo, BUF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BUF:
When it comes to Buffalo Niagara International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Seattle
₹ 20,476 is currently the best price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle flight. A return plane ticket starts from ₹ 37,304. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BUF to Seattle. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BUF to Seattle can help you get the best possible rate.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
After your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PAE. Unwind and get cosy after your BUF to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Generally speaking, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from PAE as soon as your plans are confirmed.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle has arrived. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in about 35 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near BFI. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your BUF to Seattle flight:
If you're hoping for a particular type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Book your ride from BFI a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
When booking your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUF to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Seattle, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are highlights which should be on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Spokane is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without seeing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
