Sioux Falls to Buffalo (FSD–BUF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Sioux Falls to Buffalo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
905 mi 2h 40m nonstop +1h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between FSD and BUF, connecting options are available through 12 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for FSD to BUF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
IND ~5h 9m MCO ~6h 50m SRQ ~6h 58m PIE ~7h 3m ATL ~10h 26m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
283
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
FSD → BUF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
58%
Return
BUF → FSD
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
38%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. FSD delays → BUF delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of Sioux Falls.
FSD: CDT · BUF: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Sioux Falls, it's 7:00 PM in Buffalo.
Distance & Flight Time
905 mi / 1,457 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 40m.
Facts

FSD–BUF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Sioux Falls to Buffalo route.
Route details
Distance905 mi / 1,457 km
Flight time2h 40m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: FSD
Full nameSioux Falls Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOFSD / KFSD
TimezoneAmerica/North_Dakota/New_Salem
Passengers/yr1.4M
Elevation1,429 ft / 436 m
Destination: BUF
Full nameBuffalo Niagara International Airport
IATA / ICAOBUF / KBUF
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr5.0M
Elevation728 ft / 222 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about FSD to BUF flights.
Nonstop flights from Sioux Falls Regional Airport to Buffalo Niagara International Airport take approximately 2h 40m. The route covers 905 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IND, MCO, SRQ, PIE, ATL, FLL, DFW, ORD, BNA, DEN, PHX and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Buffalo is 1 hour ahead of Sioux Falls.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from FSD to BUF

Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) and Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

FSD to BUF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from FSD to BUF ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 905 miles (1,457 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via IND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.