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$428+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Fairbanks (RIC - FAI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — FAI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

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$428
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$931
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Fairbanks
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/412:00 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops16h 50mDelta
Mon 10/61:45 amFAI - RIC
2 stops41h 21mDelta
Deal found 9/10$428
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:00 amRIC - FAI
2 stops19h 45mDelta
Wed 11/121:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops19h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/10$645
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/85:46 amRIC - FAI
2 stops37h 24mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/134:10 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops27h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$777
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/46:01 amRIC - FAI
2 stops31h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/73:53 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops13h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$778
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 9/189:28 amRIC - FAI
2 stops14h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2211:23 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,264
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/183:44 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/212:08 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,294

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

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RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/4

12:00 pm-12:50 am

2 stops16h 50m

Fairbanks

Mon 10/6

1:45 am-11:06 pm

2 stops41h 21m

$428

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-12:45 am

2 stops19h 45m

Fairbanks

Wed 11/12

1:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops19h 00m

$645

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 11/8

5:46 am-3:10 pm

2 stops37h 24m

Fairbanks

Thu 11/13

4:10 pm-12:01 am

2 stops27h 51m

$777

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/4

6:01 am-10:59 pm

2 stops20h 58m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/7

3:53 pm-9:23 am

2 stops13h 30m

$778

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/28

6:33 pm-10:47 pm

3 stops56h 14m

$500

RichmondFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/28

12:35 pm-12:50 am

2 stops16h 15m

$518

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Deals found on 9/10

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Fairbanks

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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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Richmond to Fairbanks by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Fairbanks?

    There are many flights that can get you from Richmond to Fairbanks in 16h 50m. Fly via Delta or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 3344 mi between Richmond and Fairbanks. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $693 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $721. Delta is 29% 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$693Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$721Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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