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$154+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FAI
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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 December 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/251:28 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops12h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/282:40 amFAI - SAN
2 stops17h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$622
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/216:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop21h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/241:55 amFAI - SAN
1 stop18h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$671
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/282:13 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops18h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/11:09 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops18h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$701
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/164:25 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/185:45 amFAI - SAN
1 stop12h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,083

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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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$286
(Delta)

One-way from

$154
(Expedia)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$592
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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 December 12, 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 1/14

5:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

Fairbanks

Tue 1/20

1:30 am-10:02 am

1 stop7h 32m

$286

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 3/26

6:15 am-10:41 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/30

3:45 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 19m

$297

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 1/19

6:15 am-7:30 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/24

11:05 am-8:58 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$297

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 1/12

5:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

Fairbanks

Wed 1/14

1:30 am-10:02 am

1 stop7h 32m

$297

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/19

4:45 pm-2:38 am

1 stop10h 53m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/22

2:18 am-9:49 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$297

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 2/26

7:26 pm-2:38 am

1 stop8h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/1

8:56 pm-10:04 am

2 stops12h 08m

$301

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Sun 2/15

9:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops23h 20m

$154

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 4/13

8:20 am-7:58 am

2 stops24h 38m

$186

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 4/13

11:05 am-12:06 am

1 stop14h 01m

$242

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 4/13

5:30 pm-10:41 pm

3 stops30h 11m

$344

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 December 12, 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.

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 December 12, 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
11,429 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,429 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,429 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,429 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

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 7h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $286. 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 $257 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at $361. Users have found that Delta is 51% 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $469). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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