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$225+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks (FAI) to Chicago (CHI)

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — CHI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:55 amFAI - ORD
1 stop12h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/308:26 pmORD - FAI
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$770
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:35 pmFAI - ORD
2 stops13h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/3010:01 amORD - FAI
2 stops15h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,290
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/162:18 amFAI - ORD
1 stop9h 21mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/175:51 pmORD - FAI
2 stops20h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:50 amFAI - MDW
2 stops12h 29mDelta
Sat 1/39:29 amMDW - FAI
2 stops18h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,452

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Chicago (CHI). 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$424
(Delta)

One-way from

$225
(Alaska Airlines)

Good one-way deal

$344 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to Chicago that are best for you.

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Return

Price

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Mon 1/5

1:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

2:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop13h 05m

$424

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-2:29 pm

2 stops27h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

3:44 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$426

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Tue 1/6

3:48 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

9:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops17h 56m

$426

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Sat 2/21

12:29 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops22h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

3:54 pm-12:50 am

1 stop11h 56m

$474

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-5:00 am

2 stops17h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

2:05 pm-11:20 am

2 stops24h 15m

$549

FairbanksChicago

FAI - MDW

FAIMDW

Fairbanks

Wed 12/31

1:50 am-5:19 pm

2 stops12h 29m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/5

9:32 am-12:25 am

2 stops17h 53m

$1,274

FairbanksChicago

FAI - MDW

FAIMDW

Fairbanks

Mon 12/29

1:50 am-5:19 pm

2 stops12h 29m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/3

9:29 am-12:35 am

2 stops18h 06m

$2,452

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Thu 5/7

3:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop29h 13m

$229

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Thu 6/4

1:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop15h 40m

$254

FairbanksChicago

FAI - ORD

FAIORD

Fairbanks

Thu 5/7

8:45 pm-5:49 am

Nonstop6h 04m

$344

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fairbanks to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Fairbanks-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Fairbanks-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fairbanks-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fairbanks-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Fairbanks-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fairbanks to Chicago

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

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fairbanks to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fairbanks to Chicago, such as Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fairbanks to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fairbanks to Chicago?

    For a flight from Fairbanks to Chicago, you will be flying from Fairbanks. Fairbanks (FAI) is just 4.5 mi from the center of the city. Fairbanks is the only Fairbanks airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 1 airline has flights to Chicago from Fairbanks on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Fairbanks to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Fairbanks to Chicago can take about 8h 52m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $424. The distance between Fairbanks and Chicago is about 2776 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Fairbanks to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines ($475), offers the cheapest pricing from Fairbanks to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $272. While the most popular route (Fairbanks - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $474 on average, our data indicates $396 when flying from Fairbanks to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fairbanks to Chicago?

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

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

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

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Top airline flying from Fairbanks to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$475Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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