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$297+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Fairbanks (RIC - 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — FAI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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

$706
(Delta)

One-way from

$297
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$765
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Fairbanks
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($244 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond 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.
Wed 7/93:06 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops13h 44mDelta
Wed 7/1610:15 pmFAI - RIC
1 stop15h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/9$706
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.
Wed 7/98:15 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/1611:00 pmFAI - RIC
3 stops18h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$986
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/118:17 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops32h 12mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/185:00 amFAI - RIC
2 stops37h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,355

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RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/9

3:06 pm-12:50 am

2 stops13h 44m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/16

10:15 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop15h 46m

$706

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/9

8:15 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Fairbanks

Wed 7/16

11:00 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops18h 30m

$986

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/25

12:27 pm-12:50 am

2 stops16h 23m

$297

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/25

6:15 am-7:48 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$481

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Deals found on 6/10

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond to Fairbanks at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Fairbanks is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $706 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $986. Delta is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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
DeltaCheapest$621Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$721Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$721Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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