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$189+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks to San Diego (FAI - SAN)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to San Diego (SAN). 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

$486
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(Delta)
From Fairbanks to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Fri 7/119:25 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops9h 56mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/157:05 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop8h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$486
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/101:50 amFAI - SAN
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Tue 7/155:00 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/11$541
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2311:15 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2711:17 amSAN - FAI
1 stop9h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$981

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fairbanks to San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to San Diego that are best for you.

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FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Fri 7/11

9:25 pm-8:21 am

2 stops9h 56m

San Diego

Tue 7/15

7:05 pm-2:36 am

1 stop8h 31m

$486

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Thu 7/10

1:50 am-12:22 pm

2 stops9h 32m

San Diego

Tue 7/15

1:30 pm-12:50 am

2 stops12h 20m

$552

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Mon 6/23

11:15 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 59m

San Diego

Fri 6/27

11:17 am-7:51 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$981

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Sat 8/30

12:30 am-8:39 am

1 stop7h 09m

$189

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Sun 8/31

8:05 pm-7:17 am

2 stops10h 12m

$193

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Tue 7/8

10:05 am-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$313

FairbanksSan Diego

FAI - SAN

FAISAN

Fairbanks

Tue 7/8

8:50 pm-8:50 pm

3 stops23h 00m

$498

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Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Fairbanks to San Diego

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fairbanks to San Diego at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

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 Fairbanks to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Alaska Airlines, at $486, was found to be the cheapest airline from Fairbanks to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fairbanks to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $189. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Fairbanks to San Diego for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fairbanks to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fairbanks to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fairbanks to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Fairbanks to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fairbanks to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$388Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$395Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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