$218+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks (DTW - FAI)
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DTW — FAI
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to FairbanksExplore 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 March 10, 2026.
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 March 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/412:20 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop15h 52m
Delta
Mon 4/131:45 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop15h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$360
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/15:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/55:30 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop20h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 4/34:29 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop11h 43m
Delta
Thu 4/91:30 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop11h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$422
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/305:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/47:59 pm
FAI
- DTW
2 stops16h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$426
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/13:59 pm
FAI
- DTW
1 stop9h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$427
Best flights from Detroit to FairbanksDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/49:10 am
DTW
- FAI
2 stops19h 02m
Delta
Mon 4/131:45 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop15h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/15:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/55:30 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop20h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$391
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 5/17:09 am
DTW
- FAI
2 stops15h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/95:00 am
FAI
- DTW
2 stops20h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 4/34:29 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop11h 43m
Delta
Thu 4/91:30 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop11h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$422
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:09 am
DTW
- FAI
2 stops15h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/41:48 pm
FAI
- DTW
2 stops11h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$431
Last-minute flights from Detroit to FairbanksDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks. Data last updated March 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 4/34:29 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop11h 43m
Delta
Thu 4/91:30 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop11h 40m
Delta
Deal found 3/5![Delta logo]()
$422
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/412:20 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop15h 52m
Delta
Mon 4/131:45 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop15h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Fri 4/174:30 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 10m
Delta
Thu 4/231:45 am
FAI
- DTW
1 stop15h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$463
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/175:32 pm
DTW
- FAI
2 stops25h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/2412:11 pm
FAI
- DTW
2 stops20h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$473
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/13:59 pm
FAI
- DTW
1 stop9h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$427
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/305:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/47:59 pm
FAI
- DTW
2 stops16h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$426
One-way flights from Detroit to FairbanksSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 5/127:09 am
DTW
- FAI
2 stops21h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$218
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 5/115:14 pm
DTW
- FAI
2 stops35h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/254:57 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop11h 38m
Delta
Deal found 3/10![Delta logo]()
$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/261:03 pm
DTW
- FAI
2 stops17h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10![American Airlines logo]()
$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:08 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop12h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 5/114:57 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop11h 38m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/251:03 pm
DTW
- FAI
2 stops17h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10![American Airlines logo]()
$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/252:10 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop9h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10![United Airlines logo]()
$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 5/121:00 pm
DTW
- FAI
1 stop15h 35m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$372
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/165:39 pm
DTW
- FAI
2 stops18h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$457
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/129:18 pm
DTW
- FAI
3 stops51h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$563
Find 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 March 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $360 (Delta) |
One-way from | $218 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $442 |
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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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 4/4
9:10 am-12:12 am
2 stops19h 02m
Fairbanks
Mon 4/13
1:45 am-8:45 pm
1 stop15h 00m
$366
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/1
5:14 pm-1:42 am
1 stop12h 28m
Fairbanks
Tue 5/5
5:30 am-5:44 am
1 stop20h 14m
$391
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/1
7:09 am-7:03 pm
2 stops15h 54m
Fairbanks
Sat 5/9
5:00 am-5:44 am
2 stops20h 44m
$400
Quickest round-trip
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 4/3
4:29 pm-12:12 am
1 stop11h 43m
Fairbanks
Thu 4/9
1:30 am-5:10 pm
1 stop11h 40m
$422
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/30
7:09 am-7:03 pm
2 stops15h 54m
Fairbanks
Mon 5/4
1:48 pm-5:44 am
2 stops11h 56m
$431
Cheapest one-way
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 5/12
7:09 am-12:19 am
2 stops21h 10m
$218
Quickest one-way
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 5/25
4:57 pm-12:35 am
1 stop11h 38m
$262
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 5/26
6:08 pm-2:17 am
1 stop12h 09m
$291
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 5/12
1:00 pm-12:35 am
1 stop15h 35m
$372
DetroitFairbanks
DTW - FAI
DTWFAI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 3/16
5:39 pm-7:40 am
2 stops18h 01m
$457
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 March 10, 2026.
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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$370 | Average$619 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$460 | Average$621 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |