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$267+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FAI
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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. 12/243:33 pmORD - FAI
1 stop12h 42mAlaska Airlines
vie. 12/262:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop18h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$463
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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. 12/236:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop22h 15mAlaska Airlines
vie. 12/262:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop18h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$467
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/246:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop22h 13mAlaska Airlines
mar. 12/25:55 amFAI - ORD
1 stop15h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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. 12/243:33 pmORD - FAI
1 stop12h 42mAlaska Airlines
jue. 12/258:40 amFAI - ORD
2 stops18h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
mar. 12/236:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop21h 35mAlaska Airlines
mar. 12/232:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop11h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$489
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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. 12/243:33 pmORD - FAI
1 stop14h 17mAlaska Airlines
jue. 12/251:55 amFAI - ORD
1 stop25h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$493
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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. 12/247:00 amORD - FAI
2 stops13h 17mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 12/272:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop24h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
vie. 11/2810:45 amSTL - FAI
2 stops15h 16mDelta
jue. 12/41:30 amFAI - STL
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/29$523
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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. 11/261:15 pmMDW - FAI
2 stops14h 08mDelta
mar. 12/21:30 amFAI - MDW
2 stops13h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/28$540
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
vie. 11/287:00 amSTL - FAI
1 stop20h 26mAlaska Airlines
vie. 12/55:55 amFAI - STL
1 stop29h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$610
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
lun. 12/225:26 pmSTL - FAI
1 stop10h 55mAlaska Airlines
jue. 12/252:35 amFAI - STL
1 stop18h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$650
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/147:00 amSTL - FAI
1 stop11h 10mAlaska Airlines
mar. 11/181:43 pmFAI - STL
2 stops22h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$759

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fairbanks

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Fairbanks flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$386
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$267
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$438

Good one-way deal

$334 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/19

8:00 am-3:06 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Fairbanks

lun. 1/26

2:10 am-2:38 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$439

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/24

3:33 pm-1:15 am

1 stop12h 42m

Fairbanks

vie. 12/26

2:35 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$463

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/24

2:06 pm-2:50 am

2 stops15h 44m

Fairbanks

jue. 12/25

8:40 am-6:29 am

2 stops18h 49m

$493

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 1/19

3:31 pm-12:35 am

2 stops12h 04m

Fairbanks

jue. 1/22

1:30 am-9:38 pm

2 stops17h 08m

$494

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 2/21

2:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop13h 55m

Fairbanks

jue. 2/26

7:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$497

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/19

1:50 pm-12:35 am

2 stops13h 45m

Fairbanks

lun. 1/26

1:30 am-5:56 pm

2 stops13h 26m

$513

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 2/21

6:30 am-12:13 am

2 stops20h 43m

Fairbanks

mié. 2/25

1:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$514

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 12/23

6:00 am-12:35 am

1 stop21h 35m

Fairbanks

jue. 12/25

2:09 pm-6:29 am

2 stops13h 20m

$521

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/29

10:05 am-12:45 am

2 stops17h 40m

Fairbanks

mar. 12/30

1:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 09m

$524

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 12/23

3:33 pm-12:35 am

1 stop12h 02m

Fairbanks

vie. 12/26

2:35 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$532

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fairbanks

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fairbanks (average of $261). Flying from Illinois to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $611). 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 IL to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 octubre 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Fairbanks in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Fairbanks (FAI), located 4.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Fairbanks.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Fairbanks?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Fairbanks can take about 10h 06m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $439. The distance between Illinois and Fairbanks is about 2776 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Fairbanks?

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Fairbanks or Chicago Midway - Fairbanks, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks is the most popular route from Illinois to Fairbanks.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fairbanks?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Fairbanks? While on average our users pay $414, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $334. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks), is priced around $433.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fairbanks (average of $261). Flying from Illinois to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $611). 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 Illinois to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$272Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$487Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$639Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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