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$224+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — FAI
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Tue 7/21
Tue 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks are usually found in February or August, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

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 21, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/295:04 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop8h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 9/51:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$408
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/147:40 am
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop17h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/215:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop22h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/19$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/146:17 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop9h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/244:01 pm
FAI
-
MSP
2 stops21h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Fri 9/45:04 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop8h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 9/61:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20$442
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 8/248:00 am
MSP
-
FAI
2 stops20h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/27:09 am
FAI
-
MSP
2 stops28h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/20$457
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/132:55 pm
MSP
-
FAI
2 stops14h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/228:01 am
FAI
-
MSP
2 stops26h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/19$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Tue 7/214:51 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop9h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 8/28:45 pm
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop8h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20$469

Find 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 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$408
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$224
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$654
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 June 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/24

8:00 am-1:48 am

2 stops20h 48m

Fairbanks

Wed 9/2

7:09 am-2:46 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$457

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/13

2:55 pm-2:15 am

2 stops14h 20m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/22

8:01 am-1:59 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$459

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/9

7:40 am-7:19 am

1 stop26h 39m

Fairbanks

Wed 12/9

5:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$493

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 9/10

2:54 pm-1:48 am

1 stop13h 54m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/14

5:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$494

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/29

7:03 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops28h 37m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/6

9:44 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$523

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/22

9:42 am-10:59 pm

2 stops16h 17m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/24

8:27 pm-8:39 am

1 stop9h 12m

$524
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/13

5:04 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/21

1:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$532

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/16

7:40 am-7:19 am

1 stop26h 39m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/22

4:01 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$542
Cheapest one-way

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/17

7:40 am-7:19 am

1 stop26h 39m

$229

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/5

7:59 pm-12:55 am

2 stops31h 56m

$238

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Deals found on 6/18

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Compare providers for flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Minneapolis to Fairbanks in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Minneapolis-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Minneapolis-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis-Fairbanks flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fairbanks from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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?

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is 43 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks (average of $297). Flying from Minneapolis to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $836). 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 21, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

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 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Delta from Minneapolis to Fairbanks have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,559 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,559 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,559 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,559 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

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 33m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks per day from 2 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    Departing from Minneapolis to Fairbanks will take you 20h 48m. The distance from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is about 2459 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($217), and Alaska Airlines ($335) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Delta is 59% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks consider choosing KLM (100%), Air France (100%) or Delta (100%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks (average of $297). Flying from Minneapolis to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $836). 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$217Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$335Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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