Burlington to Buffalo Airport
Burlington sits within reach of both Pearson and Buffalo Airport, and many travelers choose BUF for the fare savings. We manage the full trip and the border crossing.
- From Burlington, Ontario
- To Buffalo Airport (BUF)
- 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes
- Canada to US, cross-border
For travelers leaving Burlington for a Buffalo (BUF) departure. Burlington sits between two airports, and for most people here Buffalo is a deliberate choice rather than the nearest option, so this page is about making that choice work: the timing, the crossing and the pickup.
Planning your departure pickup
- Give the exact pickup address, and say whether it is on the lakeshore side or up toward the escarpment. The two sit on different sides of the QEW and 403 split.
- Send your Buffalo flight number and departure time so the pickup is planned backward from it.
- Allow for a run that is longer than a Niagara departure: the QEW south, the Skyway, the crossing and airport processing at BUF.
- The driver collects at the door, crosses the Skyway, runs the QEW to Fort Erie, crosses the Peace Bridge, and drops at your BUF terminal.
What to know before you arrive
Burlington is one of the places where the choice of airport is a real decision. Pearson is closer. Buffalo is often cheaper or has the flight you want. People who choose Buffalo from here have already done that arithmetic, and what they need from us is for the transfer not to undo it: a pickup time that is honest about the QEW and the crossing, a single vehicle so there is no connection, and a border plan so the fare they saved is not eaten by a missed flight.
The run itself is the reverse of the Niagara-bound drive. You leave Burlington over the Skyway, follow the QEW down the lake past St. Catharines, and cross the Peace Bridge at Fort Erie. It is longer than a Niagara departure and the crossing is still the least predictable part, which is why we build a buffer into the plan rather than assuming a quick bridge on the morning of your flight.
Good to know
- Burlington sits on the western shore of Lake Ontario between Hamilton and Oakville, at the point where the QEW and Highway 403 diverge.
- The Royal Botanical Gardens, Canada’s largest botanical garden, spans Burlington and Hamilton around Burlington Bay.
- Leaving Burlington for Buffalo means crossing the Burlington Skyway on the QEW toward Niagara and Fort Erie.
- From Burlington to Buffalo Airport is about 65 miles by way of the QEW and the Peace Bridge.
Trips we plan on this route
A Burlington resident who booked a Buffalo flight for the fare gives the address and departure time, and the pickup is set with the QEW and the crossing built in.
A traveler on a first flight of the day gets a pickup that accounts for the Skyway, the QEW and the border rather than just the distance.
A family leaving a lakeshore address books one vehicle with child seats noted, so everyone travels to the terminal together.
What to have ready when you book
- Exact pickup address, and whether it is lakeshore or escarpment side
- Buffalo flight number and departure time
- Whether the flight is domestic or international, for the timing buffer
- Passenger count, luggage and any child seats
- Passports or accepted documents for everyone crossing into the United States
Questions specific to this trip
Is Buffalo the right airport if I live in Burlington?
Pearson is closer, so it depends on the fare and the flight. People who choose Buffalo from here have usually found a better fare or a direct flight, and our job is to make the transfer simple enough that the choice pays off.
How early should we leave Burlington?
Earlier than a Niagara departure, because the run includes the Skyway, the QEW down the lake and the Peace Bridge crossing before you reach the airport. Give us the flight and dispatch sets the time backward from it with a crossing buffer built in.
Which border crossing do you use?
The Peace Bridge at Fort Erie, at the bottom of the QEW. It is the most direct crossing to Buffalo Airport from the western end of the lake. Your first 35 minutes of border wait is included.
Do you offer a flat rate for Burlington, Ontario to Buffalo Airport?
Yes, the flat rate is $295 per vehicle, one way to Buffalo Airport (BUF). The price is confirmed before you book.
Do we need our passports for this trip?
Yes. Every traveler crossing from Canada into the United States is responsible for carrying a valid passport or other accepted travel document. Requirements vary by citizenship and age, check official government guidance before you travel.
How much border-wait buffer should we plan for?
Your flat rate includes up to 35 minutes of border wait time. On the rare occasion a crossing runs longer, additional time is billed transparently at $35 per hour, with no hidden surcharges.
How early should we leave for our flight?
We recommend arriving at Buffalo Airport at least 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight. For cross-border pickups, add extra buffer for the crossing itself, your driver will help plan exact timing once your flight details are confirmed.
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Why book with Buffalo Shuttle
- Flat, upfront pricing confirmed before you book
- Private vehicle for your group, never a shared ride
- Insured, professional drivers
- Flight tracking so your ride adjusts to delays
- Cross-border specialists between Western New York and Ontario
- First 35 minutes of border wait included
Choose the right vehicle
Best for one to three passengers with standard luggage.
A comfortable choice for small families, couples with additional luggage or travelers who want more interior space.
Ideal for families and groups with multiple bags, strollers or child seat needs.
For larger groups of up to 12, we assign two minivans so everyone travels together with room for luggage.
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Hamilton, Toronto and the GTA: routes and flat rates
Other destinations we serve in this area, with the same flat per-vehicle rate from Buffalo Niagara International Airport. See every route and rate.
Hamilton, Toronto and the GTA
- TorontoDowntown Toronto, hotels and the GTA$365
- Toronto Pearson AirportInternational airport connection$365
- Hamilton, OntarioAncaster, Dundas, Stoney Creek and area$280
- Burlington, OntarioGreater Toronto Area$295
- Oakville, OntarioGreater Toronto Area$330
- Brantford, OntarioSouthwestern Ontario$360
- Mississauga, OntarioPort Credit, Square One and area$365
- North YorkNorth Toronto neighbourhoods$410
- Kitchener, OntarioKitchener-Waterloo region$425
- ScarboroughEast Toronto communities$455
- Vaughan, OntarioVaughan and Woodbridge$460
- London, OntarioSouthwestern Ontario$580
- Ottawa, OntarioOntario and Canada’s capital$1,270