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$149+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis (FAI - MSP)

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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — MSP
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$644

Good round-trip deal

$392 or less

Good one-way deal

$300 or less
From Fairbanks to Minneapolis St Paul
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Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/12:08 amFAI - MSP
1 stop10h 56mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/68:35 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop9h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/156:00 amFAI - MSP
1 stop10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/227:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$359

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Wed 10/1

2:08 am-4:04 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/6

8:35 pm-2:35 am

1 stop9h 00m

$297

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$359

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Fri 9/19

12:18 am-2:17 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$149

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Mon 9/8

12:18 am-2:17 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$149

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FAI - MSP

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Fairbanks

Fri 9/19

9:53 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$153

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Mon 9/22

9:53 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$153

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Sun 9/14

11:23 pm-10:44 am

1 stop8h 21m

$199

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Mon 9/15

8:53 pm-10:26 am

1 stop10h 33m

$199

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Sat 9/20

8:53 pm-8:55 am

1 stop9h 02m

$199

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Fri 9/19

8:53 pm-8:54 am

1 stop9h 01m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FAI to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fairbanks to Minneapolis in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines and Delta from Fairbanks to Minneapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    If you book a flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis, you will be flying from Fairbanks to Minneapolis St Paul. Flights to Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) from Fairbanks (FAI) take 5h 12m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis per day from 2 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    For as low as $297, Alaska Airlines can have you in Minneapolis from Fairbanks in 10h 56m. The distance from Fairbanks to Minneapolis is about 2459 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fairbanks to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis round-trip from $257. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Alaska Airlines. Delta is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    Consider Aeromexico (85%), Delta (78%) or Virgin Atlantic (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Fairbanks to Minneapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from Fairbanks to Minneapolis is $256. On average you can expect to pay $521. The most popular route, (Fairbanks - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $569.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fairbanks to Minneapolis 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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Fairbanks to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$441Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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