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$181+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FAI
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks

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 January 24, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/263:25 pm
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop9h 57m
Delta
Sat 2/281:27 am
FAI
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SAN
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Deal found 1/23$362
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Fri 4/36:15 am
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop17h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/75:00 am
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops26h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:03 pm
SAN
-
FAI
2 stops14h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 3/18:56 pm
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops15h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$371
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Tue 3/107:26 pm
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop8h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/175:00 am
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops12h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$403
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2612:05 pm
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop11h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/25:00 pm
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops18h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$416
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:15 am
SAN
-
FAI
2 stops10h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/25:00 am
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops15h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$421
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/199:20 am
SAN
-
FAI
2 stops23h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 2/265:00 am
FAI
-
SAN
2 stops17h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/263:25 pm
SAN
-
FAI
1 stop9h 57m
Delta
Mon 3/21:27 am
FAI
-
SAN
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$443

Find 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 January 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$362
(Delta)

One-way from

$181
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$361
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 January 24, 2026.
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

Sun 3/8

11:15 am-12:11 am

1 stop13h 56m

Fairbanks

Sat 3/14

1:30 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 47m

$362

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/26

3:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 57m

Fairbanks

Sat 2/28

1:27 am-10:04 am

1 stop7h 37m

$362

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 4/3

1:45 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 27m

Fairbanks

Sun 4/5

1:30 am-12:49 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$362

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 4/3

6:15 am-10:35 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Fairbanks

Tue 4/7

5:00 am-8:23 am

2 stops26h 23m

$366

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:03 pm-7:40 am

2 stops14h 37m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/1

8:56 pm-10:04 am

2 stops12h 08m

$371

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 2/24

3:25 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 57m

$181

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 2/24

8:00 am-2:38 am

3 stops43h 38m

$343

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Deals found on 1/22

Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Fairbanks

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Expedia the most. Expedia 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.

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 January 24, 2026.
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
11,787 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,112 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,787 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

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 13h 56m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $362. The distance from San Diego to Fairbanks is about 2564 mi.

  • 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 $257 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at $320. 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$320Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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