Flashback to ten or twenty years ago, and there was a long period of time where it was significantly cheaper to fly out of the US, instead of Canada, due to the difference in taxes and fees.
In fact, the cost savings were so significant, that many people found it more economically efficient to fly out of the US (driving down to the states, go about their travels, and drive back to Canada upon their return). In addition, it really wasn’t difficult to make the arrangements, so for the extra driving time, and slight inconvenience, it was well worth it.
Fast forward to the present day, and although the difference in pricing isn’t as significant, I still think it’s worth it for Canadians to consider flying out of the United States.
In my case, Buffalo is an easily accessible city if travelling by car, and is one of the reasons why the Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a hotspot for travelling Canadians. My family and I passed through the airport during a recent trip, and I couldn’t help but think of several benefits for using the airport:
- When arriving at the airport you would have already cleared customs, as a result of driving down from the Toronto area.
- The airport itself has a modern, clean look to it, and while it is a large airport, it is nowhere near as busy as Pearson, meaning shorter (or no) lineups, resulting in far less stress and pressure.
- Getting through security seems to be far less of a hassle than in other airports.
- The airport has many plugs and open electronic ports to charge laptops, phones, and other devices.
In a nutshell, the airport is a modern facility that supports easy travelling, while providing a variety of features to suit the needs of every traveller.
Aside from the airport, there is an abundance of hotels nearby, with great room rates, and shuttles that take you straight to the airport…perfect for those with an early morning flight. In fact, some of the hotels are so close that you could literally walk across the street in less time than it would take to grab a shuttle. Many hotels also accept Canadian currency at par and allow you to park your vehicle for up to 14 days.
The only potential drawback to flying out of Buffalo would be the risk of bad weather in the winter, as there is a higher risk of flights being delayed or cancelled, compared to Toronto.
In more recent times, the airport opened a Tim Horton’s inside the terminal, which tells me they know their consumer base well!
Buffalo Niagara International Airport
https://buffalo-niagara-airport.com/
1-877-359-2642
Yes!! I also appreciate their frequent flyer pass for parking. I love flying in and out of Buffalo.