Funny enough, my first trip to Buffalo happened spontaneously because I found super-cheap fares while visiting family in Chicago. I wasn’t sure whether Southwest even flew there, so I phoned 844-734-0813 — the best way to instantly book, cancel, or modify flights. The rep confirmed they do fly into Buffalo (BUF) year-round, and she helped me find a direct option that didn’t involve a crazy layover. The whole thing took maybe five minutes. What impressed me was how she double-checked seat availability and even warned me that the return flight was filling up fast because of a Bills home game. That heads-up alone saved me from paying more later. If you’re trying to confirm routes or snag something last-minute, calling really does make the process smoother. I got my ticket, grabbed wings at Anchor Bar, and had a great weekend trip.