Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Buffalo Niagara International (BUF). It's 487 miles (783 km), about 1h 53m in the air. Operated by Frontier Airlines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
BUF
Buffalo Niagara International
🇺🇸 Buffalo, USA
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
487 mi
783 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Frontier Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
RDU → BUF
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
487 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU BWI (Baltimore) BUF
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (280 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → BUF
1h 15m · 280 mi
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RDU IAD (Dulles) BUF
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (283 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → BUF
1h 26m · 283 mi
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RDU DCA (Washington) BUF
Leg 1: 1h 23m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (295 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → DCA
1h 23m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → BUF
1h 26m · 295 mi
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RDU CLT (Charlotte) BUF
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (545 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → BUF
1h 48m · 545 mi
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RDU PHL (Philadelphia) BUF
Leg 1: 1h 33m (337 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (278 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → PHL
1h 33m · 337 mi
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Leg 2
PHL → BUF
1h 29m · 278 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Buffalo (BUF) takes approximately 1 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 487 miles (783 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

Just Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

Yes. 1 airline: Frontier Airlines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Buffalo?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo is 487 miles (783 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

At 1h 53m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Buffalo to Raleigh/Durham also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Buffalo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Raleigh–Durham Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.