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$262+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — FAI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$546
(Delta)

One-way from

$262
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$686
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 10/118:10 amBWI - FAI
2 stops17h 02mDelta
Sat 10/1810:05 pmFAI - BWI
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/29$546
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/266:30 amIAD - FAI
1 stop23h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/23:50 pmFAI - IAD
1 stop21h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$557
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/309:59 amDCA - FAI
2 stops20h 21mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/63:50 pmFAI - DCA
1 stop26h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/74:59 pmDCA - FAI
1 stop11h 51mDelta
Fri 7/181:50 amFAI - DCA
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 4/30$583
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/16:55 pmBWI - FAI
1 stop10h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/83:45 pmFAI - BWI
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$585
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/2111:10 amIAD - FAI
2 stops16h 14mDelta
Fri 7/410:05 pmFAI - IAD
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/29$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 9/312:35 pmIAD - FAI
1 stop10h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/711:23 pmFAI - IAD
1 stop12h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$640
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 5/261:45 pmBWI - FAI
2 stops16h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/26:00 amFAI - BWI
2 stops12h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$652
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/2111:19 amBWI - FAI
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/411:00 pmFAI - BWI
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$690
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/281:08 pmIAD - FAI
2 stops15h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/55:52 amFAI - IAD
2 stops14h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$694
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sat 10/112:49 pmDCA - FAI
2 stops15h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/187:00 amFAI - DCA
2 stops12h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$694
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:02 pmDCA - FAI
1 stop13h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 8/55:52 amFAI - DCA
1 stop12h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$716

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Fairbanks

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreFairbanks

BWI - FAI

BWIFAI

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/21

3:05 pm-12:49 am

2 stops13h 44m

Fairbanks

Thu 7/3

12:29 am-6:32 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$552

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

IAD - FAI

IADFAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/26

6:30 am-2:20 am

1 stop23h 50m

Fairbanks

Mon 6/2

3:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$557

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

DCA - FAI

DCAFAI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/30

9:59 am-2:20 am

2 stops20h 21m

Fairbanks

Fri 6/6

3:50 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop26h 09m

$558

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

DCA - FAI

DCAFAI

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/7

4:59 pm-12:50 am

1 stop11h 51m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/18

1:50 am-3:49 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$583

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

IAD - FAI

IADFAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/21

11:10 am-11:24 pm

2 stops16h 14m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/4

10:05 pm-11:22 am

1 stop9h 17m

$588

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

IAD - FAI

IADFAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

12:35 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/7

11:23 pm-3:34 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$640

BaltimoreFairbanks

BWI - FAI

BWIFAI

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

1:45 pm-2:20 am

2 stops16h 35m

Fairbanks

Mon 6/2

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$652

BaltimoreFairbanks

BWI - FAI

BWIFAI

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

7:49 am-9:00 am

2 stops29h 11m

Fairbanks

Mon 6/2

3:50 pm-6:29 am

1 stop10h 39m

$661

BaltimoreFairbanks

BWI - FAI

BWIFAI

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/21

11:19 am-7:41 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/4

11:00 pm-3:14 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$690

Washington, D.C.Fairbanks

IAD - FAI

IADFAI

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/28

1:08 pm-12:49 am

2 stops15h 41m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/5

5:52 am-11:58 pm

2 stops14h 06m

$694

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks in May.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Washington, D.C.-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fairbanks from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 WAS to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fairbanks from Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 4.5 mi from the city center, Fairbanks is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fairbanks from Washington, D.C.. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks (FAI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($546), Alaska Airlines ($557), and United Airlines ($640) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks. Users have found that Delta is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $262 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $290 and American Airlines from $326 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Fairbanks, Baltimore/Washington - Fairbanks and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Fairbanks

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$390Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$409Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$499Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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