Traveling from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF): what you need to know
Your LEX to BUF flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LEX and BUF:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
$151 is the lowest price for a one-way Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Return flights start from $288. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LEX to BUF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX)
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
Of all flights leaving Lexington Blue Grass Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Lexington to Lexington Blue Grass Airport is approximately 10 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LEX? If you've booked an early flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BUF if you have a late Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Buffalo Niagara Airport rental car and explore Buffalo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Buffalo Niagara Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to central Buffalo
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Buffalo Niagara Airport to central Buffalo has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
The quietest month for a flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Buffalo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Lexington Blue Grass Airport to Buffalo Niagara Airport for July if you want to go to Buffalo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LEX to BUF sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Buffalo. Around 467 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, about 451 kilometers south-east of Buffalo. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
