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$138+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks (MSP - 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — FAI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks are usually found in April or September, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(Delta)

One-way from

$138
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$649

Good round-trip deal

$629 or less
From Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 7/106:20 pmMSP - FAI
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
Wed 7/1610:15 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/9$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/308:00 amMSP - FAI
2 stops14h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/58:53 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$242
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/187:49 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop9h 47mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/258:25 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$274

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Minneapolis

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Fairbanks

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MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/10

6:20 pm-9:04 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/16

10:15 pm-6:22 am

Nonstop5h 07m

$218

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/30

8:00 am-7:19 pm

2 stops14h 19m

Fairbanks

Fri 9/5

8:53 pm-8:54 am

1 stop9h 01m

$242

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/18

7:49 pm-2:36 am

1 stop9h 47m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/28

7:59 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 01m

$274

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

7:49 pm-2:36 am

1 stop9h 47m

$138

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/13

11:45 am-8:01 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$325

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/12

6:11 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$460

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Explore weekly flight availability from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from MSP to FAI are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fairbanks ranges from 0.3 - 2.2 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.2 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Fairbanks when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fairbanks, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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 Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    If you book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks, you will be flying from Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks. Flights to Fairbanks (FAI) from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) take 5h 36m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks per day from 2 airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Minneapolis to Fairbanks round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($218), United Airlines ($242), and Alaska Airlines ($274) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Delta is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $138 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $325 and Delta from $460 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    The cheapest flight price from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is $629. On average you can expect to pay $744. The most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Fairbanks), can usually be booked for $218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$404Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$428Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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