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$203+ 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 6/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — FAI
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
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 56 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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 April 23, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 7/47:40 am
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop30h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/81:34 pm
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop13h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/19$405
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 6/206:03 am
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop23h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/282:25 pm
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop12h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/19$408
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Fri 8/146:17 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop9h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/244:00 pm
FAI
-
MSP
2 stops21h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/19$414
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 9/17:02 am
MSP
-
FAI
2 stops19h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/87:08 am
FAI
-
MSP
2 stops13h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/19$417
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 7/36:17 pm
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop9h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/75:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop22h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/20$427
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Fri 8/287:02 am
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop11h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/78:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop12h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/20$428
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 6/206:03 am
MSP
-
FAI
1 stop23h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/41:34 pm
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop13h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/20$429
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/76:03 am
MSP
-
FAI
2 stops21h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/147:00 am
FAI
-
MSP
1 stop20h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/21$432

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 April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$405
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$203
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$592
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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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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/2

6:03 am-12:55 am

2 stops21h 52m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/8

1:34 pm-6:18 am

1 stop13h 44m

$412

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/20

6:03 am-2:15 am

1 stop23h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/5

2:25 pm-6:18 am

1 stop12h 53m

$429
Quickest round-trip

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/7

6:17 pm-12:55 am

1 stop9h 38m

Fairbanks

Tue 7/14

7:00 am-6:18 am

1 stop20h 18m

$452

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/3

6:17 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Fairbanks

Tue 7/7

8:20 am-6:18 am

1 stop18h 58m

$477

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/11

7:40 am-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/17

8:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$552

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/13

6:03 am-12:44 am

2 stops21h 41m

Fairbanks

Wed 6/24

12:39 am-3:12 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$570
Cheapest one-way

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/21

7:40 am-9:42 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$203
Quickest one-way

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/17

6:17 pm-12:55 am

1 stop9h 38m

$204

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/28

6:03 am-12:44 am

2 stops21h 41m

$210

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 7/19

6:03 am-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 56m

$255

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Deals found on 4/19

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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 April.
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.
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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 April 17, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is 38 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 $176). Flying from Minneapolis to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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.

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 April 23, 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
12,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,274 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well
Delta
7.9
Good
8,439 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,274 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

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.

  • How long is the flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    Departing from Minneapolis to Fairbanks will take you 21h 52m. 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 ($338) 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.

  • 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 $176). Flying from Minneapolis to Fairbanks in January is currently the most expensive (average of $821). 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$217Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$338Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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