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$259+ Cheap flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks (SAT - 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 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAT — FAI
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$285
(Delta)

One-way from

$259
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$863
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 August 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 9/31:35 pmSAT - FAI
1 stop10h 22mDelta
Fri 9/512:30 amFAI - SAT
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 8/13$285
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/296:27 amSAT - FAI
1 stop11h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/65:00 amFAI - SAT
2 stops10h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/291:35 pmSAT - FAI
2 stops14h 15mDelta
Sun 10/51:45 amFAI - SAT
2 stops12h 40mDelta
Deal found 8/14$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 11/192:00 pmSAT - FAI
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Tue 12/21:30 amFAI - SAT
2 stops16h 59mDelta
Deal found 8/14$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:44 pmSAT - FAI
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/611:23 pmFAI - SAT
2 stops30h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$449

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Mon 9/29

6:27 am-12:54 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/5

2:00 am-6:56 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$285

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Wed 9/3

1:35 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Fairbanks

Fri 9/5

12:30 am-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$285

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Mon 9/29

1:35 pm-12:50 am

2 stops14h 15m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/5

1:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$425

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Wed 11/19

2:00 pm-12:17 am

2 stops13h 17m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/2

1:30 am-9:29 pm

2 stops16h 59m

$432

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

6:20 am-1:27 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$259

San AntonioFairbanks

SAT - FAI

SATFAI

San Antonio

Fri 11/21

2:16 pm-1:17 am

3 stops38h 01m

$512

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Deals found on 8/13

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 August 14, 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.

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 August 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Antonio to Fairbanks have to say. 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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $266, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Alaska Airlines for as low as $483. Delta is priced at 62% 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$266Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$483Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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