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$294+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — FAI
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Fairbanks

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Fairbanks flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$401
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$294
(Delta)
From Iowa to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 9/137:00 amOMA - FAI
1 stop10h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/1512:18 amFAI - OMA
1 stop11h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Sat 8/237:00 amCID - FAI
1 stop16h 57mDelta
Mon 8/251:50 amFAI - CID
2 stops17h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/28$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 9/133:00 pmOMA - FAI
2 stops12h 50mDelta
Sun 9/141:50 amFAI - OMA
2 stops12h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/29$492
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/1510:59 amDSM - FAI
1 stop12h 56mDelta
Fri 8/2210:07 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/1$502
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1311:27 amOMA - FAI
1 stop11h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1611:23 pmFAI - OMA
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$512
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 10/1811:29 amMLI - FAI
2 stops36h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/202:05 amFAI - MLI
2 stops18h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29$708
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:15 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/1311:23 pmFAI - DSM
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$742
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 8/2311:18 amCID - FAI
2 stops16h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/262:18 pmFAI - CID
2 stops24h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29$746
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/235:29 pmCID - FAI
1 stop29h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2611:23 pmFAI - CID
1 stop10h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$749
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sat 10/183:48 pmDSM - FAI
2 stops13h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/2112:15 pmFAI - DSM
2 stops26h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/29$752

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Fairbanks

Route

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Price

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/15

12:18 am-2:18 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$401

Cedar RapidsFairbanks

CID - FAI

CIDFAI

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-8:57 pm

1 stop16h 57m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/25

1:50 am-10:47 pm

2 stops17h 57m

$409

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/13

3:00 pm-12:50 am

2 stops12h 50m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/14

1:50 am-5:20 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$492

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

10:59 am-8:55 pm

1 stop12h 56m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/22

10:07 pm-10:18 am

1 stop9h 11m

$502

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/13

11:27 am-7:48 pm

1 stop11h 21m

Fairbanks

Tue 9/16

11:23 pm-12:32 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$512

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

6:15 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops28h 04m

Fairbanks

Sat 9/13

11:23 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 07m

$742

Cedar RapidsFairbanks

CID - FAI

CIDFAI

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/23

11:18 am-12:48 am

2 stops16h 30m

Fairbanks

Tue 8/26

2:18 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$746

Cedar RapidsFairbanks

CID - FAI

CIDFAI

Cedar Rapids

Sat 8/23

5:29 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop29h 19m

Fairbanks

Tue 8/26

11:23 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$749

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 10/18

3:48 pm-2:35 am

2 stops13h 47m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/21

12:15 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops26h 22m

$752

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/14

5:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$294

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Deals found on 7/1

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Fairbanks

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 July 1, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Fairbanks, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Iowa to Fairbanks to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Fairbanks (FAI) if they book a flight to Fairbanks from Iowa. Fairbanks is conveniently located just 4.5 mi from Fairbanks’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $294. Users have also found prices from $440 and $465 on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Iowa to Fairbanks are Omaha Eppley Airfield - Fairbanks, Des Moines - Fairbanks and Cedar Rapids - Fairbanks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$595Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$633Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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