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$477+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks (DTW - 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — FAI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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.

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$477
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$700
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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 11/84:51 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/154:10 pmFAI - DTW
1 stop19h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$477
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 11/84:51 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/149:59 pmFAI - DTW
2 stops13h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$481
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.
Sun 11/912:43 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop15h 47mDelta
Fri 11/141:30 amFAI - DTW
2 stops13h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/11$482
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.
Mon 11/104:32 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop11h 58mDelta
Fri 11/141:30 amFAI - DTW
2 stops13h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/11$483
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.
Sun 11/94:51 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/154:10 pmFAI - DTW
1 stop19h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$487
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.
Fri 12/55:41 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop12h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/138:00 amFAI - DTW
1 stop28h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$501
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.
Wed 10/16:30 amDTW - FAI
1 stop10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/83:53 pmFAI - DTW
2 stops25h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$522

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Fairbanks

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

4:51 pm-2:41 am

1 stop13h 50m

Fairbanks

Sat 11/15

4:10 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$477

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:25 am-12:30 am

1 stop20h 05m

Fairbanks

Thu 11/13

1:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$477

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

12:43 pm-12:30 am

1 stop15h 47m

Fairbanks

Fri 11/14

1:30 am-7:04 pm

1 stop13h 34m

$477

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

4:51 pm-2:41 am

1 stop13h 50m

Fairbanks

Sat 11/15

4:10 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$487

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

12:15 pm-12:30 am

2 stops16h 15m

Fairbanks

Fri 11/14

1:30 am-7:22 pm

2 stops13h 52m

$488

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

5:41 pm-12:39 am

1 stop10h 58m

Fairbanks

Sat 12/13

4:04 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$501

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

6:30 am-8:59 pm

2 stops18h 29m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/8

3:53 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$528

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

4:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop12h 50m

$525

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-7:34 pm

3 stops40h 34m

$852

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Deals found on 9/11

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Fairbanks

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks in 13h 50m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 2896 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $437. Another option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at $509 round trip. Delta is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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$437Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$509Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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