Buffalo Niagara International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 13h 20m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Buffalo Niagara International Airport
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is in Cheektowaga, New York, United States. The airport serves Buffalo, New York and Niagara Falls, New York in the United States, and the southern Golden Horseshoe region of Ontario, Canada. It is the third-busiest airport in the state of New York and the busiest inside of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area. The total catchment area for Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) is estimated to be around 9.2 million people, the largest between NYC to the east and Chicago to the west, largely because it serves as a major, lower-cost alternative for travelers in the Southern Golden Horseshoe region of Ontario, Canada, in addition to Western New York. The combined US/Canada service area makes the Buffalo Niagara Region one of the top 10 largest urban regions in North America. It is about 11 miles (18 km) east of Downtown Buffalo and 60 miles (97 km) southeast of Toronto. The airport covers a total area of 1,000 acres (400 ha).
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBUFNOTAMs
KBUFReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23▸ displaced | 8,829 ft / 2,691 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32▸ displaced | 7,161 ft / 2,183 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | Buffalo APP/DEP | 126.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.350 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.700 MHz |
| GND | GND | 133.200 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.500 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers parking and ground services with no specified operating hours.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 14 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFALO CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 4700 ft MSL |
| BUFFALO CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4700 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 14% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 46% | -1,250 ft | |
| Feb | 57% | -1,217 ft | |
| Mar | 72% | -714 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -120 ft | |
| May | 82% | 722 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 1,485 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 1,831 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,683 ft | |
| Sep | 87% | 1,192 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 383 ft | |
| Nov | 73% | -469 ft | |
| Dec | 57% | -891 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,250–1,831 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 568 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 564 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 568 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 568 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 597 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 564 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 554 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 410 ft | 568 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
The ICAO code for Buffalo Niagara International Airport is KBUF, and its IATA code is BUF.
Where is Buffalo Niagara International Airport located?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is large airport located in Buffalo, United States, at an elevation of 728 ft (222 m).
How many runways does Buffalo Niagara International Airport have?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,829 ft / 2,691 m.
Which airlines fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Buffalo Niagara International Airport include Air France, AirTran Airways, Alitalia, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, among 10 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
Historical data lists 20 nonstop destinations from Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Buffalo Niagara International Airport in?
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Buffalo Niagara International Airport is approximately 10.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Buffalo Niagara International Airport?
The nearest airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is Buffalo Airfield (9G0), about 4.8 nm to the s, followed by Buffalo Lancaster Regional Airport and Clarence Aerodrome.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Buffalo Niagara International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.