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$516+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Fairbanks (BUF - FAI)

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — FAI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$516
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$785
From Buffalo to Fairbanks
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($328 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/27:59 pmBUF - FAI
2 stops22h 09mDelta
Sun 10/51:45 amFAI - BUF
2 stops42h 11mDelta
Deal found 9/10$516
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/25:26 pmBUF - FAI
2 stops45h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/63:53 pmFAI - BUF
2 stops15h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$742
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 9/276:15 amBUF - FAI
2 stops12h 38mDelta
Wed 10/13:05 pmFAI - BUF
2 stops20h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/11$988
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 9/275:33 pmBUF - FAI
2 stops25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/302:08 amFAI - BUF
2 stops34h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$993
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/159:01 amBUF - FAI
2 stops19h 49mDelta
Sat 9/204:00 pmFAI - BUF
2 stops15h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/10$1,312
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/1511:46 amBUF - FAI
2 stops31h 13mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/192:08 amFAI - BUF
2 stops28h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:55 amBUF - FAI
1 stop12h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2011:23 pmFAI - BUF
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:57 pmBUF - FAI
1 stop9h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/1411:23 pmFAI - BUF
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,390
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 9/1211:46 amBUF - FAI
2 stops35h 38mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/146:00 amFAI - BUF
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,395

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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BuffaloFairbanks

BUF - FAI

BUFFAI

Buffalo

Thu 10/2

7:00 am-12:50 am

2 stops21h 50m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/5

1:45 am-11:56 pm

2 stops42h 11m

$516

BuffaloFairbanks

BUF - FAI

BUFFAI

Buffalo

Thu 10/2

11:46 am-12:48 am

2 stops17h 02m

Fairbanks

Mon 10/6

3:53 pm-11:10 am

2 stops15h 17m

$742

BuffaloFairbanks

BUF - FAI

BUFFAI

Buffalo

Wed 3/4

11:39 am-10:45 pm

2 stops39h 06m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/8

1:40 am-9:08 pm

2 stops39h 28m

$884

BuffaloFairbanks

BUF - FAI

BUFFAI

Buffalo

Sat 9/27

6:15 am-2:53 pm

2 stops12h 38m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/1

3:05 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops20h 03m

$988

BuffaloFairbanks

BUF - FAI

BUFFAI

Buffalo

Sat 9/27

5:33 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops25h 26m

Fairbanks

Tue 9/30

2:08 am-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 42m

$993

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Deals found on 9/9

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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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to Fairbanks, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Fairbanks?

    A quick flight from Buffalo to Fairbanks can take about 17h 02m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $742. There are 2991 mi between Buffalo and Fairbanks. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $382. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $785 round trip. Delta is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Buffalo to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $746). 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 Buffalo to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$382Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$785Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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