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Buffalo Niagara International Airport Guide (BUF)

Airport info
Code: BUF
Address:
4200 Genesee Street, Cheektowaga, New York 14225, United States
Location:

Buffalo Niagara International Airport is situated 14km (9 miles) east of Buffalo.

Number of terminals: 1 Dialling code: +1
Telephone:
(716) 630 6000.
Timezone: GMT -5:00
Buffalo Niagara International Airport map

Here you'll find essential information on Buffalo Niagara International Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Information: 

An information centre is located on the lower level of the terminal, next to baggage reclaim. The centre can provide maps and regional information, as well as bus timetables and brochures; there is also a courtesy paging telephone. During busy times, Volunteer Hospitality Ambassadors are available to assist passengers with information.

Website: 
www.buffaloairport.com
Driving directions: 

From the centre of Buffalo, take SR33 East/Kensington Express. From elsewhere in New York State, take Interstate 90 (NYS Thruway East) and leave at exit 51 to join SR33 East-Kensington Expressway. For detailed maps and driving directions, consult the airport's website.

Public Transport

Public transport road: 

Bus: NFTA-Metro (tel: (716) 855 7300; www.nfta.com/metro) operates bus services between Buffalo Niagara International Airport and various places around Buffalo. The Airport-Downtown Metro buses 204 and 24 Express run from the airport to downtown Buffalo approximately once an hour. (travel time approximately 35 minutes) Bus 30 runs between the airport and Niagara Falls (travel time: around 45 minutes). From May through October, an express bus 210 runs directly to Niagara Falls (travel time approximately 25 minutes). Tickets can be bought on the bus. Buses depart from the lower level, outside Arrivals.

Taxi: The Airport Taxi Service (tel: (716) 633 8294; www.buffaloairporttaxi.com) operates taxis to/from Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Fare information is posted inside the taxis and passengers can obtain an estimate from the driver before setting off. The company also offers shuttle services to downtown Buffalo hotels and Niagara Falls, with shuttles departing on the hour every hour.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

ATMs are located in the upper level, post-security next to the Monarch gift shop and in the baggage reclaim area in the lower level.

Communication: 

Paid-for Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout Buffalo Niagara International Airport.

Food: 

Pre-security, the Lake Erie Grille has food and drinks available in the Meet and Greet area. Vending machines are located on the lower level.

Shopping: 

There is a newsstand and gift shop in the upper level.

Luggage: 

Lost property is handled by the TAPD Police (tel: (716) 630 6150).

Other: 

A hair salon and shoeshine kiosk are located on the upper level. There are children's play areas in the Play Gate in the upper level.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

There are limited conference and business facilities at Buffalo Niagara International Airport. US Airways has an executive lounge for club members on the upper level.

Disabled facilities: 

The terminal is equipped with lifts, escalators, ramps, TDD telephones and disabled toilet facilities, ATMs and counters. Signs have raised Braille characters. There are dedicated drop-off parking spaces for disabled passengers immediately outside the terminal, on the Arrivals lower level. Car parks are fully accessible and from April 2010 free car parking is available to disabled visitors in the short-stay car park. Most shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible; assistance with luggage is also available. Aircraft lift devices are also available. Passengers requiring special assistance should inform their airline prior to travel.

Car parking: 

There is a covered short-term car park directly outside the terminal building. The preferred long-term car park, for daily or long weekend trips, is located within walking distance of the terminal; free shuttle buses also operate between the terminal and the car park. Two further long-term car parks are designed for longer trips; free shuttle buses operate to/from the terminal 24 hours. Parking in the long-term car parks for two hours or less is free of charge. Information on all car parks is available from BNIA Parking Services (tel: (716) 634 0315) and BNIA Radio (1580AM) within 5km (3 miles) of the airport.

Car rental: 

Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, Dollar, National and Thrifty are all represented at Buffalo Niagara International Airport, with desks located on the ground level of the short-term parking garage, immediately opposite the lower level Arrivals area.

Airport hotels

There are a number of hotels at Buffalo Niagara International Airport, with others located nearby. All have courtesy telephones located in the Arrivals hall of the terminal. Many hotels offer a shuttle service to/from Buffalo Niagara International Airport.

Clarion Hotel Buffalo Airport

Clarion Hotel Buffalo Airport is located a few minutes' drive from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and offers a complimentary transportation service to/from the airport. Hotel facilities include free high-speed Internet access, an indoor pool, and meeting/conference space.

Telephone: (716) 634 7500.
Website:
www.clarionhotel.com
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Airport is located within walking distance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Hotel facilities include an on-site restaurant and a swimming pool.

Telephone: (716) 932 2731.
Website:
http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com
Holiday Inn Buffalo International Airport

Holiday Inn Buffalo International Airport is located within walking distance of Buffalo Niagara International Airport and is connected via a complimentary shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include on-site dining, a fitness centre, and business services.

Telephone: (716) 634 6969.
Website:
www.ichotelsgroup.com
Holiday Inn Express Buffalo Airport

Holiday Inn Express Buffalo Airport is located next to Buffalo Niagara International Airport and provides a complimentary shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include an indoor pool, Jacuzzi, games room, and fitness centre.

Telephone: (716) 631 8700.
Website:
www.ichotelsgroup.com
Millennium Hotel Buffalo

The 300-room Millennium Hotel Buffalo is located a short drive from Buffalo Niagara International Airport and is connected via a complimentary shuttle bus service. The hotel offers free parking, business centre, indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna. On-site dining and meeting/event space is also available.

Telephone: (716) 681 2400.
Website:
www.millenniumhotels.com
Quality Inn Airport

Quality Inn Airport is located next to Buffalo Niagara International Airport and provides a complimentary shuttle bus service to/from the airport. Hotel facilities include an exercise room, games room and high-speed Internet access.

Telephone: (716) 633 5500.
Website:
http://www.qualityinn.com
Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport is located next to Buffalo Niagara International Airport and is linked via a complimentary shuttle bus service. Hotel facilities include an exercise room, wireless Internet access and business services.

Telephone: (716) 626 4000.
Website:
www.sleepinnairport.com

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