Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Buffalo (the location of Buffalo Niagara International Airport).
Leave plenty of time to make your BUF to Castries flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BUF to Castries, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Buffalo to BUF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BUF:
Of all flights leaving Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% arrive on time at their destination.
BUF is located at Genesee Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Castries
$469 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries flight. Return plane tickets start from $968. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from BUF to Castries, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries ticket.
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Airports in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to the centre of Castries takes around 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 3 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SLU:
Grab a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car and discover Castries and beyond with your own wheels. Drive A Matic, Final Rentals and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BUF to Castries.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Once your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 10 minutes by car. Central Castries is roughly 56 kilometres from Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to UVF. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BUF to Castries flight:
Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals make picking up a Hewanorra Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from UVF one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Castries in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Castries
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Castries right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Castries:
Morne Fortune and Derek Walcott Square are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Castries to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Immaculate Conception Church.
