Fairbanks

$166+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Fairbanks (FAI)

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CMH — FAI
mar. 4 — mar. 111
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Fairbanks

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 2, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
mié. 3/46:51 pm
CMH
-
FAI
1 stop9h 59m
Alaska Airlines
mar. 3/1012:30 am
FAI
-
CMH
1 stop13h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$320
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/46:51 pm
CMH
-
FAI
1 stop9h 59m
Alaska Airlines
mar. 3/103:59 pm
FAI
-
CMH
1 stop21h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$373
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/57:17 pm
CMH
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FAI
1 stop10h 25m
Alaska Airlines
dom. 5/101:17 am
FAI
-
CMH
1 stop13h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/31$411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
jue. 2/267:30 am
CMH
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FAI
2 stops20h 52m
Delta
dom. 3/11:27 am
FAI
-
CMH
2 stops17h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$413
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
mar. 3/247:30 pm
CMH
-
FAI
2 stops39h 33m
Alaska Airlines
lun. 3/3010:00 am
FAI
-
CMH
1 stop28h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$451
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
mié. 3/410:20 am
CMH
-
FAI
2 stops18h 02m
Delta
dom. 3/81:30 am
FAI
-
CMH
2 stops17h 25m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$463
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/116:51 pm
CMH
-
FAI
2 stops16h 49m
Alaska Airlines
mié. 3/1810:29 pm
FAI
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CMH
2 stops16h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/31$497
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
mié. 3/46:51 pm
CMH
-
FAI
1 stop9h 59m
Alaska Airlines
dom. 3/88:50 am
FAI
-
CMH
2 stops29h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$515

Find flight deals from Columbus to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 febrero 2, 2026.

Round-trip from

$320
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$166
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$579
From Columbus to Fairbanks
One-way flight from Columbus to Fairbanks
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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

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Columbus

Fly to

Fairbanks

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mié. 3/4

6:51 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 59m

Fairbanks

mar. 3/10

12:30 am-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$320

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mar. 5/5

7:17 pm-1:42 am

1 stop10h 25m

Fairbanks

dom. 5/10

1:17 am-6:21 pm

1 stop13h 04m

$411

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

jue. 2/26

7:30 am-12:22 am

2 stops20h 52m

Fairbanks

dom. 3/1

1:27 am-10:41 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$413

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mar. 3/24

7:30 pm-7:03 am

2 stops39h 33m

Fairbanks

lun. 3/30

10:00 am-6:34 pm

1 stop28h 34m

$451

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mié. 3/4

10:20 am-12:22 am

2 stops18h 02m

Fairbanks

dom. 3/8

1:30 am-10:55 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$463

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mié. 3/11

6:51 pm-7:40 am

2 stops16h 49m

Fairbanks

mié. 3/18

10:29 pm-6:34 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$497

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mié. 3/4

6:51 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 59m

Fairbanks

dom. 3/8

8:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$515

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

jue. 2/19

6:51 pm-7:40 am

2 stops16h 49m

Fairbanks

sáb. 2/21

8:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$520

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

mié. 3/4

7:30 am-12:22 am

2 stops20h 52m

$166

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

lun. 2/23

6:51 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 59m

$201

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fairbanks (average of $311). Flying from Columbus to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $708). 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.

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 febrero 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus to Fairbanks to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Columbus to Fairbanks, you will be flying into Fairbanks. Fairbanks (FAI) is just 4.5 mi from the center of the city. Fairbanks is the only Fairbanks airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 3 airlines have flights to Fairbanks from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Fairbanks?

    A quick flight from Columbus to Fairbanks can take about 9h 59m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $320. Airlines will cover a distance of 3037 mi. 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 Columbus to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Currently priced at $414, Delta will fly you from Columbus to Fairbanks and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $470 and $541, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Fairbanks for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $194. United Airlines flights start at $232 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $287 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Fairbanks (average of $311). Flying from Columbus to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $708). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 febrero 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$414Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$470Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$541Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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