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$488+ Cheap flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks (SAT - 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — FAI
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$488
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$655
From San Antonio to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Antonio to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/1512:41 pmSAT - FAI
2 stops15h 09mDelta
lun. 8/253:15 pmFAI - SAT
2 stops17h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/11$488
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.
mié. 9/36:30 amSAT - FAI
1 stop21h 18mAlaska Airlines
vie. 9/52:08 amFAI - SAT
1 stop13h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$555
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
mar. 7/19:56 amSAT - FAI
2 stops13h 05mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/911:00 pmFAI - SAT
2 stops11h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$695
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/279:15 amSAT - FAI
2 stops14h 24mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/312:08 amFAI - SAT
2 stops12h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$770

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

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San Antonio

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Fairbanks

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San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

vie. 8/15

12:41 pm-12:50 am

2 stops15h 09m

Fairbanks

lun. 8/25

3:15 pm-11:51 am

2 stops17h 36m

$488

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

mié. 9/3

6:30 am-12:48 am

1 stop21h 18m

Fairbanks

vie. 9/5

2:08 am-6:46 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$555

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

mar. 7/1

1:43 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Fairbanks

mié. 7/9

8:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop11h 55m

$684

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

mié. 8/27

9:15 am-8:39 pm

2 stops14h 24m

Fairbanks

dom. 8/31

2:08 am-5:39 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$770

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Fairbanks

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Antonio to Fairbanks

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 junio 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Antonio to Fairbanks in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Antonio to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Currently priced at $488, Delta will fly you from San Antonio to Fairbanks and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $555 and $689, respectively. Delta is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Fairbanks?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Antonio 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$501Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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