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$522+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks (DSM - 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FAI
Aug 15 — Aug 221
Fri 8/15
Fri 8/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 10, 2025.

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$522
(Delta)
From Des Moines to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 10, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Tue 9/237:00 amDSM - FAI
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Fri 9/263:05 pmFAI - DSM
2 stops16h 09mDelta
Deal found 8/7$522
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/231:20 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/308:53 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/9$723
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/233:30 pmDSM - FAI
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Fri 8/2912:30 amFAI - DSM
2 stops10h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/9$729
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/237:34 amDSM - FAI
2 stops52h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/304:35 pmFAI - DSM
2 stops23h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/9$796

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

7:00 am-2:08 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Fairbanks

Fri 9/26

3:05 pm-10:14 am

2 stops16h 09m

$522

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

1:20 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/30

8:53 pm-10:39 am

1 stop10h 46m

$723

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

3:30 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/29

12:30 am-2:09 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$729

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 8/23

7:34 am-9:00 am

2 stops52h 26m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/30

4:35 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$796

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

2:49 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$565

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-10:36 pm

3 stops19h 36m

$2,051

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Deals found on 8/10

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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 August 10, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines 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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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

    Currently priced at $522, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Fairbanks and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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