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$237+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FAI
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$434
(Delta)

One-way from

$237
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$551

Good round-trip deal

$747 or less

Good one-way deal

$414 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/112:00 pmORD - FAI
1 stop13h 53mDelta
Tue 10/141:53 amFAI - ORD
1 stop18h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/30$434
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/245:45 pmORD - FAI
1 stop12h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/110:00 amFAI - ORD
1 stop9h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/31$443
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/49:15 amMDW - FAI
1 stop14h 42mDelta
Sun 9/71:50 amFAI - MDW
2 stops12h 47mDelta
Deal found 8/1$449
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/198:40 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 12mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/199:53 pmFAI - ORD
2 stops13h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/284:15 pmORD - FAI
Nonstop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/48:53 pmFAI - ORD
Nonstop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$668

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 August 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

2:00 pm-12:53 am

1 stop13h 53m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/14

1:53 am-11:50 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$434

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

5:45 pm-2:45 am

1 stop12h 00m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/1

10:00 am-10:07 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$443

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/4

9:15 am-8:57 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/7

1:50 am-5:37 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$449

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

8:40 am-3:52 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Fairbanks

Fri 9/19

9:53 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$472

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

4:15 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

Fairbanks

Thu 9/4

8:53 pm-5:52 am

Nonstop5h 59m

$668

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-10:47 pm

1 stop17h 47m

$237

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

2:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$239

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/23

1:43 pm-12:50 am

2 stops14h 07m

$244

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

4:15 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

$374

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Chicago 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Fairbanks. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Fairbanks

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Fairbanks. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to FAI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fairbanks?

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 August 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Chicago to Fairbanks have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,613 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 4.5 mi from the city center, Fairbanks is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fairbanks from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Fairbanks (FAI) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily inbound flight from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Fairbanks is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $434 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $443 and $472 round-trip. Delta is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $237. Users have also found prices from $239 and $374 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Fairbanks?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $374. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks) can be booked for $443 on average our data indicates $605 when flying from Chicago to Fairbanks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Chicago 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$272Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$452Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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