Traveling from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Buffalo and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BUF to NRT flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BUF and NRT include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight is $431. A return fare is currently $901. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BUF to NRT if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
74% of flights that leave from Buffalo Niagara Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara Airport is around 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BUF? If you're boarding an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
If you're arriving on a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near NRT:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and find adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Tokyo Narita Airport is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Tokyo. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport is March, while May is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BUF to NRT in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometers west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometers west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.