Car Rental at Buffalo Niagara Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Economy
Chevrolet Spark
or similar

$52.54
per day
Compact
Kia Soul
or similar

$68.25
per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla
or similar

$97.66
per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar

$103.67
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar

$105.60
/ per day
Premium Regular Cab Pickup
Ford F-150
or similar

$106.35
/ per day
Standard Elite SUV
Chevrolet Traverse
or similar

$115.07
/ per day
Premium Elite SUV
BMW X3
or similar

$119.89
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 01:41 on 2023-05-30. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$96.13 / per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 72 km/h
25 - 45 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 104 km/h
55 - 65 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gasoline price
$0.96 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.02 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$0.92 per liter

Airport Car Rental
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is the major airport serving Buffalo, Niagra Falls, and the rest of western New York. It is also a popular place for Canadians to fly to to reach southern Ontario, as flights are often cheaper than to Toronto.
Many fly to the airport to reach Niagra Falls. The Canadian side is sometimes regarded as a better experience. If you plan to cross the border with your rental car, be sure to check with your supplier beforehand to make sure it's ok with them. Generally, you shouldn't have to pay more nor purchase extra insurance (though you may have to purchase roadside assistance).
Top international routes
- Cancun, Mexico
Main airlines
American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Sun Country, and United are the major airlines serving the airport.
Terminals
There is only one terminal at the airport, and it only has a single concourse with 26 gates. You'll be able to get around the airport easily and quickly.
Location
The airport is located roughly 10 miles northeast of downtown Buffalo. It takes about 15 minutes or so to drive between them if traffic isn't backed up. Niagra Falls is about 25 miles to the northwest of the airport or about a 30-minute drive. Be sure to take the Scenic Parkway to reach them and enjoy the views.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $54 per day
- Medium cars - from $53 per day
- Vans - from $174 per day
- Premium cars - from $106 per day
- Small cars - from $53 per day
- SUVs - from $56 per day
Car rental desks
The car rental desks for those companies located at the airport (all of the major brands) are in the parking garage across from the exit out of baggage claim. There's no need to take a shuttle.
Services and facilities
Buffalo Airport has all the facilities you would expect of an airport its size. There are a few restaurants, bars, and coffee shops — even a Tim Horton's (though it is currently closed as of May 2022). The airport also has a barbershop if you need a haircut while waiting for your flight. There is also wifi available in the terminal.
Nearest gas station
A Citgo and a Sunoco station can be found on Dick Rd. just south of the airport. Though there are a couple of stations that seem closer to the airport, they are harder to reach when coming from the expressway.
Airport info
Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
- IATA: BUF
- ICAO: KBUF
- Name: Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
- Distance from city: 5 miles / 8 km
Top 11 Locations near Buffalo Niagara Airport
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Car Rental at Niagara Falls Airport from $95.72 per day25.4 km / 15.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Rochester Airport from $66.63 per day88.2 km / 54.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Syracuse Hancock Airport from $52.51 per day213.8 km / 132.8 miles away
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280.7 km / 174.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Albany International Airport from $66.59 per day402.0 km / 249.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Stewart International Airport from $97.65 per day413.5 km / 256.9 miles away
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Car Rental at Plattsburgh International Airport from $67.53 per day463.1 km / 287.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Westchester Airport from $51.72 per day464.3 km / 288.5 miles away
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Car Rental at New York International Airport LaGuardia from $70.12 per day468.4 km / 291.1 miles away
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Car Rental at New York International Airport Kennedy from $56.09 per day483.4 km / 300.4 miles away
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Car Rental at Long Island MacArthur Airport from $67.53 per day523.9 km / 325.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Buffalo Niagara Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Buffalo Niagara Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Buffalo Niagara Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Buffalo Niagara Airport is November — when rental costs average $37.57 per day. This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average $122.00 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Buffalo Niagara Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in May the average rental period is 11 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average rental length at Buffalo Niagara Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Buffalo Niagara Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Buffalo Niagara Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Buffalo Niagara Airport in September, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at Buffalo Niagara Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
Popular suppliers | Dollar, Alamo, Budget |
Popular car categories | Large cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Premium cars |
Lowest price | $53 per day |
Cheapest supplier | Dollar |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dollar | Ford Focus | 3 | 2 | Medium cars |
Dollar | Mazda 3 | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
Dollar | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
Alamo | Nissan Versa | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
Alamo | Mitsubishi Mirage | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Alamo | Toyota Corolla | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
Alamo | Nissan Rogue | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
Alamo | Ford Edge | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
Dollar | Chevrolet Spark | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
Dollar | Chevrolet Malibu | 2 | 2 | Large cars |
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Avis
8.6 / 10
Lowest rated company
Dollar
8.2 / 10
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$96.13
Lowest daily price
$52.54
Total cars available
79
Top 7 Suppliers at Buffalo Niagara Airport in 2023

Avis
+17166321808
4200 Genesee Street
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59

Alamo
8338135268
4200 GENESEE ST-BUFFALO AIRPRT,
$96 - $193
+18338135266
4200 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14225
$98 - $240

Hertz
7166324774
4200 Genesee St
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59

National
+18338135271
4200 Genesee St-Buffalo Airprt, Buffalo, NY 14225
$100 - $197

Budget
+17166326400
4200 Genesee Street
$68 - $207
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:30-23:59

Dollar
+18664342226
4200 Genesee Street
$53 - $68
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59
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