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$239+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — FAI
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$436
(Delta)

One-way from

$239
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$874
From Columbus to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 10/17:00 amCMH - FAI
2 stops11h 08mDelta
Mon 10/61:53 amFAI - CMH
2 stops16h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/29$436
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 10/16:33 pmCMH - FAI
1 stop10h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/62:00 amFAI - CMH
1 stop11h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/242:17 pmCMH - FAI
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/318:53 pmFAI - CMH
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$477
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:33 pmCMH - FAI
1 stop12h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/153:59 pmFAI - CMH
1 stop9h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$538

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

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ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Wed 10/1

7:00 am-2:08 pm

2 stops11h 08m

Fairbanks

Mon 10/6

1:53 am-10:51 pm

2 stops16h 58m

$436

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Wed 10/1

6:33 pm-12:48 am

1 stop10h 15m

Fairbanks

Mon 10/6

2:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$462

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Sun 8/24

2:17 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Fairbanks

Sun 8/31

8:53 pm-9:38 am

1 stop8h 45m

$477

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Mon 8/25

6:33 pm-2:45 am

1 stop12h 12m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/15

3:59 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 08m

$538

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Sat 9/6

6:54 am-12:54 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$239

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Sat 9/6

4:27 pm-12:50 am

2 stops12h 23m

$244

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Tue 8/5

7:00 am-8:01 pm

3 stops17h 01m

$879

ColumbusFairbanks

CMH - FAI

CMHFAI

Columbus

Fri 8/22

6:33 pm-12:48 am

1 stop10h 15m

$918

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Fairbanks

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Fairbanks

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Fairbanks in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to Fairbanks, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian 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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

    Fairbanks (FAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Fairbanks. You should not have trouble finding flights to Fairbanks from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Fairbanks airport from Columbus. It is only a 4.5 mi journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Fairbanks’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to Fairbanks round-trip from $436. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $462, and United Airlines, from $477. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to Fairbanks for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $239 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $244 and United Airlines from $879 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Fairbanks?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$409Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$414Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$541Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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