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Cheap flights from San Diego to Fairbanks (SAN - FAI) from $351

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/23. 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.
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The best prices from San Diego to Fairbanks are usually found in November or January, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 junio 6, 2024.

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December

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November

Round-trip from

$494

One-way from

$351
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 32% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

To save up to 101% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 58 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Diego to Fairbanks from $762 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $762 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Fairbanks. Flights to Fairbanks from San Diego in November are about $640 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $412.

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

When flying from San Diego to Fairbanks, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap San Diego to Fairbanks flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego 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 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
vie. 7/55:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
mié. 7/101:45 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/6$405
vie. 7/55:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
mié. 7/101:45 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/6$448
vie. 7/58:50 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop14h 30mAlaska Airlines
jue. 7/113:47 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$482
vie. 6/283:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop9h 50mDelta
jue. 7/41:50 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/5$487
vie. 7/56:49 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops14h 11mAlaska Airlines
mié. 7/1012:33 amFAI - SAN
2 stops13h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$492
sáb. 6/296:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop18h 08mAlaska Airlines
vie. 7/51:20 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$552
sáb. 6/299:47 amSAN - FAI
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
vie. 7/57:00 amFAI - SAN
1 stop13h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$557
vie. 6/2812:55 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops12h 04mAlaska Airlines
vie. 7/511:20 amFAI - SAN
2 stops11h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$562
vie. 7/54:10 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops31h 32mUnited Airlines
vie. 7/128:57 pmFAI - SAN
3 stops23h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$808

San Diego to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
vie. 7/55:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
mié. 7/101:45 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/6$405
vie. 8/233:25 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop9h 53mDelta
dom. 8/251:45 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/5$445
vie. 7/55:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
mié. 7/101:45 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/6$448
mar. 9/1711:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop13h 44mDelta
lun. 9/231:25 amFAI - SAN
1 stop12h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/4$453
mar. 9/1711:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop13h 44mDelta
lun. 9/231:25 amFAI - SAN
2 stops15h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/4$458
vie. 8/231:27 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop11h 51mDelta
dom. 8/251:45 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/5$468
lun. 8/128:50 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop14h 30mAlaska Airlines
dom. 8/1810:03 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops10h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$475
lun. 8/128:50 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop14h 30mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 8/1712:33 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$476
jue. 9/2611:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop13h 44mDelta
dom. 9/291:25 amFAI - SAN
1 stop9h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/6$482

One-way flights to Fairbanks from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Diego to Fairbanks. Users needing a return flight from San Diego to Fairbanks should utilize the search form above.
dom. 6/237:00 amSAN - FAI
1 stop15h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$351
dom. 6/239:47 amSAN - FAI
2 stops14h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$356

Find flights from San Diego to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.

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San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

vie. 7/5

1 stop7h 48m

Fairbanks

mié. 7/10

1 stop7h 22m

$405

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

vie. 8/23

1 stop9h 53m

Fairbanks

dom. 8/25

1 stop7h 22m

$445

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

vie. 7/5

1 stop7h 48m

Fairbanks

mié. 7/10

2 stops14h 51m

$448

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

mar. 9/17

1 stop13h 44m

Fairbanks

lun. 9/23

1 stop12h 14m

$453

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

lun. 8/12

1 stop14h 30m

Fairbanks

dom. 8/18

2 stops10h 32m

$475

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

lun. 8/12

1 stop14h 30m

Fairbanks

sáb. 8/17

1 stop7h 03m

$476

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

jue. 9/26

1 stop18h 11m

Fairbanks

lun. 9/30

2 stops10h 26m

$485

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

vie. 6/28

1 stop10h 23m

Fairbanks

vie. 7/5

1 stop14h 49m

$552

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

vie. 8/23

2 stops15h 48m

Fairbanks

lun. 8/26

2 stops14h 09m

$572

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 57 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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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fairbanks from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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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 junio 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Fairbanks for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Fairbanks for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $405, but on average you can expect to pay $497.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Fairbanks is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $405 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $475 and $552 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does SAN to FAI mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN 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 San Diego to Fairbanks that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Fairbanks flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks (average of $495). Flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Fairbanks. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$378Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$405Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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