$346+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Fairbanks (SAN - 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FAI
Oct 7 — Oct 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to FairbanksExplore 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 September 7, 2026.
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 September 7, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 12/57:00 am -
1 stop20h 38m
Tue 12/83:53 pm -
1 stop20h 01m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$346
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 12/119:00 am -
1 stop18h 38m
Sun 12/132:18 am -
1 stop16h 34m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Sat 12/55:51 pm -
1 stop19h 56m
Tue 12/82:18 am -
1 stop19h 38m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 12/73:52 pm -
1 stop9h 45m
Fri 12/111:47 am -
1 stop7h 24m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$386
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:27 pm -
1 stop19h 26m
Sat 10/102:52 pm -
2 stops19h 58m
Deal found 9/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$423
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/411:52 am -
1 stop15h 46m
Mon 12/71:18 am -
2 stops18h 08m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$441
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Wed 12/91:45 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Wed 12/169:25 pm -
2 stops13h 02m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$457
Best flights from San Diego to FairbanksDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Fri 1/155:20 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Tue 1/191:30 am -
1 stop12h 06m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$346
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sat 12/57:00 am -
1 stop20h 38m
Tue 12/83:53 pm -
1 stop20h 01m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$346
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 12/119:00 am -
1 stop18h 38m
Sun 12/132:18 am -
1 stop16h 34m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 12/73:52 pm -
1 stop9h 45m
Fri 12/111:47 am -
1 stop7h 24m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$386
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/58:20 am -
2 stops16h 58m
Wed 12/95:00 am -
2 stops13h 52m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$491
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 12/78:20 am -
2 stops13h 08m
Fri 12/111:18 am -
2 stops18h 08m
Deal found 9/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$514
Last-minute flights from San Diego to FairbanksDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Wed 9/238:57 am -
2 stops14h 49m
Fri 9/251:28 am -
1 stop18h 48m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$527
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:57 am -
2 stops14h 49m
Sat 9/261:28 am -
1 stop9h 17m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$536
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/246:54 pm -
1 stop19h 38m
Sun 9/272:30 pm -
1 stop18h 39m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$542
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/243:50 pm -
1 stop10h 58m
Sun 9/279:44 pm -
2 stops14h 56m
Deal found 9/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$555
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/253:50 pm -
1 stop10h 58m
Sat 9/268:30 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 9/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$553
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 10/31:38 pm -
1 stop11h 52m
Fri 10/91:50 am -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$346
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:27 pm -
1 stop19h 26m
Sat 10/102:52 pm -
2 stops19h 58m
Deal found 9/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$423
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/1510:21 pm -
2 stops24h 15m
Sun 10/181:17 am -
2 stops18h 23m
Deal found 9/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$514
One-way flights from San Diego to FairbanksSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/237:00 am -
1 stop7h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Delta logo]()
$422
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:15 am -
2 stops13h 44m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$438
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:38 pm -
3 stops32h 17m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$691
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 September 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $346 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $538 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Fri 1/15
5:20 pm-12:15 am
1 stop7h 55m
Fairbanks
Tue 1/19
1:30 am-2:36 pm
1 stop12h 06m
$346
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Sat 12/5
7:00 am-2:38 am
1 stop20h 38m
Fairbanks
Tue 12/8
3:53 pm-12:54 pm
1 stop20h 01m
$346
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Fri 12/11
9:00 am-2:38 am
1 stop18h 38m
Fairbanks
Sun 12/13
2:18 am-7:52 pm
1 stop16h 34m
$349
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Mon 12/7
3:52 pm-12:37 am
1 stop9h 45m
Fairbanks
Fri 12/11
1:47 am-10:11 am
1 stop7h 24m
$386
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Wed 9/23
7:00 am-1:32 pm
1 stop7h 32m
Fairbanks
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$422
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Wed 9/23
8:15 am-8:59 pm
2 stops13h 44m
Fairbanks
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$438
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Sat 12/5
8:20 am-12:18 am
2 stops16h 58m
Fairbanks
Wed 12/9
5:00 am-7:52 pm
2 stops13h 52m
$491
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Mon 12/7
8:20 am-8:28 pm
2 stops13h 08m
Fairbanks
Fri 12/11
1:18 am-8:26 pm
2 stops18h 08m
$514
San DiegoFairbanks
SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks
SANFAI
San Diego
Wed 9/23
1:38 pm-8:55 pm
3 stops32h 17m
Fairbanks
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$691
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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 September 7, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreArt,Dec 2025
SAN - OGG
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$180 | Average$457 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$306 | Average$542 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |