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$179+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks (FAI) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — SFO
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated June 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$342
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$179
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$377
From Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 38% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/2310:08 amSFO - FAI
2 stops13h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/23$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/1512:30 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Sat 8/235:03 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/23$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 8/165:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/234:52 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$451
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/1012:30 amFAI - OAK
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Thu 7/174:55 pmOAK - FAI
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/21$565
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 7/1112:17 pmFAI - OAK
1 stop8h 49mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/177:00 amOAK - FAI
1 stop14h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/21$595
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/712:34 amFAI - SJC
1 stop21h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/127:57 pmSJC - FAI
2 stops29h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/22$807
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/71:50 amFAI - SJC
2 stops9h 58mDelta
Sat 7/1211:15 amSJC - FAI
2 stops14h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/22$914
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Tue 7/88:50 pmFAI - SJC
3 stops23h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/126:24 pmSJC - FAI
2 stops50h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/22$1,317

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Fairbanks

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FairbanksSan Francisco

FAI - SFO

FAISFO

Fairbanks

Sat 8/16

5:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

10:08 am-10:57 pm

2 stops13h 49m

$342

FairbanksSan Francisco

FAI - SFO

FAISFO

Fairbanks

Fri 8/15

12:30 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

5:03 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$367

FairbanksSan Francisco

FAI - SFO

FAISFO

Fairbanks

Sat 8/16

5:00 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

4:52 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$451

FairbanksOakland

FAI - OAK

FAIOAK

Fairbanks

Thu 7/10

12:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop10h 15m

Oakland

Thu 7/17

4:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$565

FairbanksOakland

FAI - OAK

FAIOAK

Fairbanks

Fri 7/11

12:17 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Oakland

Thu 7/17

7:00 am-8:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$595

FairbanksSan Jose

FAI - SJC

FAISJC

Fairbanks

Mon 7/7

12:34 am-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 26m

San Jose

Sat 7/12

7:57 pm-12:29 am

2 stops29h 32m

$807

FairbanksSan Jose

FAI - SJC

FAISJC

Fairbanks

Mon 7/7

1:50 am-12:48 pm

2 stops9h 58m

San Jose

Sat 7/12

11:15 am-12:50 am

2 stops14h 35m

$914

FairbanksSan Jose

FAI - SJC

FAISJC

Fairbanks

Tue 7/8

8:50 pm-9:02 pm

3 stops23h 12m

San Jose

Sat 7/12

6:24 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops50h 06m

$1,317

FairbanksSan Francisco

FAI - SFO

FAISFO

Fairbanks

Mon 9/1

1:50 am-12:51 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$179

FairbanksSan Jose

FAI - SJC

FAISJC

Fairbanks

Mon 9/8

1:50 am-1:49 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$181

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 23, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September 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 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated June 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,966 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,520 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,831 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Francisco Bay Area. 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 from for flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from Fairbanks. Fairbanks (FAI) is just 4.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    $179 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $183 and $258, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area are Fairbanks - Oakland, Fairbanks - San Francisco and Fairbanks - San Jose.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 airline flying from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Fairbanks to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$326Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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