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$140+ Cheap flights from California to Fairbanks (FAI)

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FAI
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Fairbanks

Cheapest flights from California to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 3/48:15 pm
LAX
-
FAI
1 stop15h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/98:50 am
FAI
-
LAX
1 stop21h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$318
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/97:45 pm
LAX
-
FAI
1 stop24h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/185:30 am
FAI
-
LAX
1 stop16h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$320
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/256:00 am
RNO
-
FAI
2 stops29h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/113:59 pm
FAI
-
RNO
1 stop6h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$336
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:00 am
LAS
-
FAI
1 stop21h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/233:42 pm
FAI
-
LAS
1 stop12h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/76:15 am
OAK
-
FAI
1 stop19h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/1012:30 am
FAI
-
OAK
1 stop7h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 5/138:20 pm
SMF
-
FAI
1 stop28h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/205:30 am
FAI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/37:57 pm
SAN
-
FAI
2 stops17h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/73:53 pm
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops23h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$354
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/86:15 am
OAK
-
FAI
1 stop19h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/102:38 pm
FAI
-
OAK
2 stops17h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/207:45 pm
LAX
-
FAI
1 stop24h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/233:42 pm
FAI
-
LAX
1 stop13h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/248:15 pm
LAX
-
FAI
1 stop29h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 2/275:51 am
FAI
-
LAX
1 stop12h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$361
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/178:00 am
SMF
-
FAI
1 stop15h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/203:53 pm
FAI
-
SMF
1 stop7h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/263:25 pm
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop9h 57m
Delta
Sat 2/281:27 am
FAI
-
SAN
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$362

Find flight deals from California to Fairbanks

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Fairbanks flight deals. Data was last updated January 27, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$459
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Price

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

7:45 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop24h 18m

Fairbanks

Sat 4/18

5:30 am-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$320

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Sun 4/12

7:45 pm-11:21 am

1 stop16h 36m

Fairbanks

Tue 4/14

1:20 am-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$320

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-3:52 pm

2 stops9h 52m

Fairbanks

Tue 4/14

10:00 am-9:31 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$332

RenoFairbanks

RNO - FAI

RNOFAI

Reno

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-10:40 am

2 stops29h 40m

Fairbanks

Wed 3/11

3:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$336

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS - FAI

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-2:38 am

1 stop21h 38m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/23

3:42 pm-5:40 am

1 stop12h 58m

$340

OaklandFairbanks

OAK - FAI

OAKFAI

Oakland

Sat 3/7

6:15 am-12:50 am

1 stop19h 35m

Fairbanks

Tue 3/10

12:30 am-9:14 am

1 stop7h 44m

$350

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

8:20 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop28h 02m

Fairbanks

Wed 5/20

5:30 am-1:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$350

OaklandFairbanks

OAK - FAI

OAKFAI

Oakland

Sun 3/8

6:15 am-12:50 am

1 stop19h 35m

Fairbanks

Tue 3/10

2:38 pm-9:14 am

2 stops17h 36m

$355

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Fri 3/20

7:45 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop24h 18m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/23

3:42 pm-6:13 am

1 stop13h 31m

$359

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

8:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/2

12:29 pm-7:16 am

1 stop17h 47m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from California to Fairbanks

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fairbanks (average of $239). Flying from California to Fairbanks in August is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Fairbanks. 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 into for flights to Fairbanks from California?

    Fairbanks (FAI), located 4.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Fairbanks.

  • How long is the flight from California to Fairbanks?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from California to Fairbanks in about 9h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 21m. The distance between California and Fairbanks is about 2564 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Fairbanks one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Fairbanks for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Fairbanks?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Fairbanks or San Jose - Fairbanks, Los Angeles - Fairbanks is the most popular route from California to Fairbanks.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Fairbanks?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fairbanks (average of $239). Flying from California to Fairbanks in August is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 California to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$176Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$297Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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