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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks (DSM - FAI) from $574

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — FAI
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Fairbanks (FAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$975

Round-trip from

$494
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
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From Des Moines to Fairbanks
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

Departing on a Saturday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 38% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

November can be a great time to fly to Fairbanks from Des Moines with a flight ticket averaging about $752. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $511. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to FAI?

When flying from Des Moines to Fairbanks, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Des Moines to Fairbanks flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Fairbanks specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Fairbanks in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$574
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$599
Sat 7/206:11 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops16h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/277:00 amFAI - DSM
2 stops23h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$685
Sat 7/206:11 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops16h 49mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/262:26 amFAI - DSM
2 stops28h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$691
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Fri 7/261:45 amFAI - DSM
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$986
Sat 7/203:41 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/2612:33 amFAI - DSM
3 stops15h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,470

Des Moines to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Fairbanks in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$574
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sat 7/2710:05 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/10$599
Sat 7/206:11 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops16h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/277:00 amFAI - DSM
2 stops23h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$685
Sat 7/206:11 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops16h 49mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/262:26 amFAI - DSM
2 stops28h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$691
Sat 7/204:00 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Fri 7/261:45 amFAI - DSM
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$986
Sat 7/203:41 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/2612:33 amFAI - DSM
3 stops15h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,470

Find flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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$574 - $2,470

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Price

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

2 stops11h 18m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/27

1 stop10h 07m

$574

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

1 stop7h 54m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/27

1 stop10h 07m

$599

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

2 stops16h 49m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/27

2 stops23h 33m

$685

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

2 stops16h 49m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/26

2 stops28h 07m

$691

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

1 stop7h 54m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/26

2 stops16h 20m

$986

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

2 stops12h 35m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/26

3 stops15h 16m

$2,470

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Deals found on 6/10

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

FAI

Temperature

-7.6 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fairbanks, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fairbanks

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fairbanks. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fairbanks. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Alaska Airlines from Des Moines to Fairbanks have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,138 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great airline! I would fly with them again. Overall, very positive experience along every step of the way. I was so jazzed they offer direct flights from Denver to Anchorage! Great customer service.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $574, but on average you can expect to pay $1,000.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Currently priced at $574, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Fairbanks and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $685 and $2,470, respectively. Delta is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does DSM to FAI mean?

    Des Moines Airport is DSM and Fairbanks Airport is FAI. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Fairbanks flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Fairbanks flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Fairbanks by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Fairbanks offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Fairbanks flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Fairbanks flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Fairbanks flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Fairbanks (average of $495). Flying from Des Moines to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $773). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Fairbanks

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DeltaCheapest$445Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$521Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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