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$159+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — FAI
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Fairbanks

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Fairbanks flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$317
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$487

Good round-trip deal

$859 or less
From Minnesota to Fairbanks
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 15, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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. 10/247:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
dom. 10/265:55 amFAI - MSP
1 stop15h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 10/267:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
vie. 10/315:00 amFAI - MSP
2 stops16h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 11/136:35 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 55mDelta
dom. 11/161:30 amFAI - MSP
1 stop14h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/15$457
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 11/137:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop17h 58mAlaska Airlines
lun. 11/171:43 pmFAI - MSP
2 stops21h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$461
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 10/47:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
mié. 10/83:53 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop29h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 9/274:08 pmFSD - FAI
2 stops11h 42mDelta
mar. 9/303:05 pmFAI - FSD
2 stops16h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/13$846

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

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Fairbanks

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MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 10/24

7:00 am-9:21 pm

1 stop17h 21m

Fairbanks

dom. 10/26

5:00 am-12:04 am

2 stops16h 04m

$321

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 10/26

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Fairbanks

vie. 10/31

5:00 am-12:04 am

2 stops16h 04m

$321

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 11/13

7:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop17h 58m

Fairbanks

lun. 11/17

5:55 am-12:04 am

1 stop15h 09m

$457

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 11/7

2:48 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops11h 17m

Fairbanks

dom. 11/9

8:40 am-12:04 am

2 stops12h 24m

$466

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

sáb. 10/4

7:00 am-9:21 pm

1 stop17h 21m

Fairbanks

mié. 10/8

3:53 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops17h 28m

$484

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 10/2

7:53 pm-2:45 am

1 stop9h 52m

Fairbanks

lun. 10/6

1:33 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$491

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

lun. 10/13

8:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Fairbanks

dom. 10/19

2:00 am-11:57 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$509

Sioux FallsFairbanks

FSD - FAI

FSDFAI

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

sáb. 9/27

4:08 pm-12:50 am

2 stops11h 42m

Fairbanks

mar. 9/30

3:05 pm-10:07 am

2 stops16h 02m

$846

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 10/10

8:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$159

MinneapolisFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 10/17

6:25 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fairbanks from Minnesota?

    Fairbanks (FAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks. It is only a 4.5 mi journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Fairbanks’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Minnesota to Fairbanks in about 11h 42m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 39m. The distance between Minnesota and Fairbanks is about 2429 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Minneapolis St Paul - Fairbanks, Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Fairbanks or Fargo Hector Field - Fairbanks when deciding on the best route from Minnesota to Fairbanks.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks consider choosing Air France (94%), Aeromexico (85%) or KLM (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to Fairbanks?

    On average you can expect to pay $686 for a flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks. The cheapest flight overall is $237 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Fairbanks) is currently priced at $449.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Minnesota 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 3 airlines flying from Minnesota to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$217Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$377Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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