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$408+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Fairbanks (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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — FAI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$482
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$408
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$929
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from San José to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/141:30 pmSJO - FAI
2 stops32h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1811:23 pmFAI - SJO
2 stops18h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$482
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 8/1312:50 amSJO - FAI
2 stops27h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/1712:14 amFAI - SJO
2 stops21h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$599
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:55 pmSJO - FAI
2 stops25h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/213:53 pmFAI - SJO
2 stops19h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$744
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:29 amSJO - FAI
2 stops22h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/13:45 pmFAI - SJO
2 stops15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,284

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San José

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Fairbanks

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Price

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

1:30 pm-8:01 pm

2 stops32h 31m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/18

11:23 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops18h 14m

$482

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/13

12:50 am-2:36 am

2 stops27h 46m

Fairbanks

Sun 8/17

12:14 am-11:30 pm

2 stops21h 16m

$599

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

12:55 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops25h 48m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/21

3:53 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops19h 24m

$744

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/7

7:55 am-7:19 pm

2 stops37h 24m

$408

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/4

7:21 am-10:56 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$410

San JoséFairbanks

SJO - FAI

SJOFAI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-2:35 am

2 stops22h 05m

$416

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Deals found on 6/10

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

Rainfall in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fairbanks ranges from 0.3 - 2.2 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.2 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Fairbanks when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fairbanks, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Fairbanks round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $482, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Fairbanks.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Fairbanks for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from San José, San José Province 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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