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$196+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Fairbanks (SAN - 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FAI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/243:25 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Tue 12/301:50 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/26$361
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:52 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/108:00 amFAI - SAN
1 stop10h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/24$376
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:43 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops14h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/88:54 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops12h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26$380
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/84:52 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 49mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/121:37 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops18h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/25$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 12/23:15 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Sun 12/71:30 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 10/26$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Thu 12/49:59 amSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 19mDelta
Tue 12/91:30 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 10/24$419

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$361
(Delta)

One-way from

$196
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$447
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 12/24

11:15 am-12:45 am

2 stops14h 30m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/30

1:50 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 21m

$367

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Sat 3/7

2:40 pm-6:57 am

2 stops17h 17m

Fairbanks

Tue 3/10

8:05 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops17h 12m

$370

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 1/8

8:59 pm-3:06 pm

2 stops19h 07m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/12

8:55 pm-8:45 am

2 stops10h 50m

$390

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 12/4

4:25 pm-12:39 am

1 stop9h 14m

Fairbanks

Wed 12/10

12:10 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$393

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 12/2

12:30 pm-12:39 am

2 stops13h 09m

Fairbanks

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$398

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 12/8

4:52 pm-7:41 am

2 stops15h 49m

Fairbanks

Fri 12/12

1:37 pm-8:40 am

2 stops18h 03m

$400

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 12/2

3:15 pm-12:18 am

1 stop10h 03m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/7

1:30 am-10:08 am

1 stop7h 38m

$413

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 12/15

9:37 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Fairbanks

Thu 12/18

2:35 am-9:30 pm

2 stops17h 55m

$434

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/5

8:34 am-2:48 am

2 stops19h 14m

$196

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/5

3:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop10h 10m

$229

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Deals found on 10/26

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Fairbanks flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 SAN to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 October 27, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Fairbanks, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Fairbanks?

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 October 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Fairbanks to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,193 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,193 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,193 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,193 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Fairbanks?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Fairbanks can take about 14h 30m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $367. The distance from San Diego to Fairbanks is about 2564 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Fairbanks is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $262 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at $399. Users have found that Delta is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $452). 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 Diego to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$262Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$399Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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