BUF (Buffalo) to SRQ (Sarasota) flights arrive on time 68% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 68%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.BUF → SRQ
BUF (Buffalo) to SRQ (Sarasota)
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This route is delayed fairly often. About 68% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from BUF
77% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BUF has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~30 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
BUF cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at SRQ
80% on timeWhen flights into SRQ are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SRQ: TSA is ~21 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
SRQ has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.