Cheap flights to Fairbanks, AK from $289

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CMH — FAI
May 1 — May 81

Flights to Fairbanks in 2024

Find the latest flights to Fairbanks in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$590

Round-trip from

$578

One-way from

$289
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From New York to Fairbanks
One-way flight from New York to Fairbanks (FAI)

Cheap flights to Fairbanks in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Fairbanks in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the cheapest-priced fares users can find on flights departing to Fairbanks in April and May 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/111:23 amFAI - JFK
1 stop16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$585
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/11:25 pmFAI - JFK
2 stops12h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$588
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
1 stop19h 42mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/13:42 pmFAI - JFK
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$606
Sat 5/254:00 pmEWR - FAI
2 stops19h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/111:23 amFAI - EWR
1 stop23h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$608
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/13:42 pmFAI - JFK
1 stop10h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$609
Sat 5/256:29 pmEWR - FAI
2 stops17h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/19:15 pmFAI - EWR
2 stops13h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$627
Mon 5/209:00 amJFK - FAI
2 stops20h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/273:42 pmFAI - JFK
1 stop12h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$635
Mon 5/209:00 amJFK - FAI
2 stops20h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/2612:35 amFAI - JFK
1 stop25h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$638
Sat 5/257:29 pmEWR - FAI
2 stops18h 54mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/3112:35 amFAI - EWR
1 stop10h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$638

Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Fairbanks in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data were last updated on April 26, 2024.
The lowest fares on flights traveling to Fairbanks in April and May 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/239:45 amJFK - FAI
1 stop31h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/293:47 pmFAI - JFK
1 stop12h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$578
Fri 6/76:41 pmJFK - FAI
1 stop19h 42mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/912:35 amFAI - JFK
1 stop17h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$580
Fri 6/76:41 pmJFK - FAI
1 stop19h 42mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/105:45 amFAI - JFK
2 stops12h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$583
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/111:23 amFAI - JFK
1 stop16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$585
Sat 5/256:41 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/11:25 pmFAI - JFK
2 stops12h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$588
Tue 8/132:55 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Thu 8/151:30 amFAI - JFK
2 stops15h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/25$590
Tue 8/131:00 pmLGA - FAI
2 stops15h 18mDelta
Fri 8/161:30 amFAI - LGA
2 stops17h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/25$590
Thu 7/2511:45 amJFK - FAI
2 stops26h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/72:26 amFAI - JFK
2 stops16h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$594
Tue 8/1312:55 pmLGA - FAI
2 stops15h 23mDelta
Thu 8/151:30 amFAI - LGA
2 stops15h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/25$603

Flights to Fairbanks departing soon

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Mon 5/69:30 amJFK - FAI
1 stop33h 09mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/107:00 amFAI - JFK
1 stop11h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$852
Mon 5/69:30 amJFK - FAI
1 stop29h 43mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/105:40 amFAI - JFK
2 stops12h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$855
Mon 5/69:30 amJFK - FAI
1 stop29h 43mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/92:47 amFAI - JFK
2 stops16h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$857
Mon 5/69:30 amJFK - FAI
2 stops14h 41mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/105:40 amFAI - JFK
2 stops12h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$864
Mon 5/61:59 pmLGA - FAI
2 stops14h 22mDelta
Thu 5/91:36 amFAI - LGA
2 stops13h 44mDelta
Deal found 4/25$881
Fri 5/37:29 amJFK - FAI
1 stop31h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/512:13 pmFAI - JFK
2 stops14h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$899
Fri 5/311:45 amJFK - FAI
2 stops27h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/512:13 pmFAI - JFK
2 stops14h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$904
Mon 5/61:29 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops14h 52mDelta
Thu 5/91:36 amFAI - JFK
2 stops14h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/25$911
Mon 5/612:05 pmLGA - FAI
2 stops27h 08mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/1012:13 pmFAI - LGA
2 stops16h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$911

One-way flights to Fairbanks

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Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Fairbanks in the near future. Reserve a round-trip flight to Fairbanks instead by utilizing the search form above.
Sat 6/159:45 amJFK - FAI
1 stop9h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
Thu 8/294:00 pmJFK - FAI
1 stop12h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/25$290
Thu 8/294:50 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops23h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$295
Thu 8/297:30 amEWR - FAI
1 stop32h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$309
Thu 8/297:30 amEWR - FAI
2 stops27h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$314
Thu 6/279:45 amJFK - FAI
1 stop26h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$344
Sat 6/154:50 pmJFK - FAI
2 stops23h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$345
Fri 8/211:37 amEWR - FAI
2 stops17h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$354
Sat 6/1511:30 amLGA - FAI
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$411

Average price of flights to Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Fairbanks is currently $328 while a round-trip flight costs $620. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Fairbanks (average of $485). Flying to Fairbanks in June will prove the most costly (average of $859). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$504

February

$520

March

$668

April

$559

May

$614

June

$859

July

$818

August

$642

September

$577

October

$485

November

$538

December

$576

Late April through August are the best months to visit Fairbanks. A constant flurry of activities and events come over Fairbanks during this period, and the Northern Lights can be seen, too. Winter temperatures have a tendency to drop to around -50 to -60 degrees, but for those who don’t mind the chilling weather, cheap flights to Fairbanks are likely to be found.

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Fairbanks should consider flying on Friday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 April 26, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines to Fairbanks by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

8.1
Very good
10,975 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.4
Good
11,226 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

7.3
Good
14,884 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,109 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Fairbanks overview

Fairbanks is the third largest metropolitan area in Alaska, and there’s certainly no shortage of opportunities to enjoy the scenery that is so uniquely Alaska. Also known as the “Golden Heart City,” Fairbanks welcomes visitors with picturesque backdrops, the most stunning of which may be the incredible natural phenomenon that is the Northern Lights.

The Northern Lights are one of the most popular attractions in Fairbanks, best viewed between the months of April and August. During this natural lightshow, the night sky glows with brilliant streaks of green and purple, a sight unlike anything else found in the natural world. The outdoors has plenty more to offer visitors to Fairbanks, too. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking, fishing, camping and rafting in the area.

The traditions of the region are also on full display, too, and adventurous visitors can even learn to travel in true Alaskan fashion during a full teamed dog sled experience. Both rides and hands-on driving experiences are available, and these dog sleds make for a uniquely local way – not to mention exhilarating – way to experience the local landscape. Annual sculpture contests, hands-on gold mining experiences and local hot springs are a few more ways visitors can tap into the local heritage of Fairbanks during their stay.

Other popular activities while visiting one of the last great frontiers of the U.S. include riverboat tours, golfing and kayaking. Without a doubt, Fairbanks is an extraordinary place to explore the best Alaska has to offer.

Getting around Fairbanks, AK

When it comes to getting around Fairbanks, renting a car is often the most convenient mode of transportation. It allows travelers the freedom and flexibility to see all that Fairbanks has to offer. Limited bus service is available in the city, but infrequent buses can add a layer of inconvenience. Taxis can also be arranged in Fairbanks by phone.

Getting from the Airport to the City

Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) is the closest major airport serving the city and is located less than six miles from the center of Fairbanks. The local bus system connects to the airport, though it is not the most convenient option. Shuttles and taxis are a better way to get from the airport into the city. Rental cars are also available at the airport through a number of companies.

  • What does FAI mean?

    This is defined as Fairbanks Airport (FAI). Codes like FAI are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fairbanks?

    Booking a flight to Fairbanks (FAI) is your only option if you intend on flying to Fairbanks. It is only a 4.5 mi journey from Fairbanks to Fairbanks’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Fairbanks if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Fairbanks on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Fairbanks?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Alaska Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Fairbanks.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Fairbanks?

    Fairbanks Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Fairbanks. One-way flights to Fairbanks Airport typically cost $98, while round-trip flights cost around $197.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Fairbanks?

    A round-trip flight to Fairbanks will typically cost around $377, however they can be found for as little as $197.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Fairbanks depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Fairbanks, Anchorage offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 57 minutes).

  • Does Fairbanks Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Fairbanks Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Fairbanks Airport?

    Yes. Fairbanks Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport is the closest property to Fairbanks Airport (0.0 mi away from Fairbanks Airport).

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