Flying from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport is 2 hours.
Charlotte's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Buffalo.
There are 22 Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you get on your BUF to CLT flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Charlotte (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BUF to CLT flights, with 79.05% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BUF and CLT include:
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Raleigh / Durham Airport
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
When it comes to Buffalo Niagara Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Buffalo Niagara Airport from central Buffalo, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BUF:
Arriving at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CLT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Charlotte Douglas Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget and chase adventure across Charlotte and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Charlotte Douglas Airport about one week ahead.
When to fly to Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Charlotte in March.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BUF to CLT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 370 kilometres south-west of Charlotte, a trip to Atlanta will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
Around 467 kilometres north-east of Charlotte, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.
