How long does it take to fly to Fairbanks?

The flight from California to Fairbanks depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Fairbanks (the most popular airport in Fairbanks), then the flight time is 7h 05m on average. If you fly from San Jose (another popular airport in California) to Fairbanks, then the average flight time is 7h 24m.

What airlines fly to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Fairbanks from California according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 77% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Fairbanks. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Fairbanks on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Fairbanks

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport is 3 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Fairbanks Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Fairbanks Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fairbanks Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Fairbanks Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Fairbanks Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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5:25 pm - 9:00 amSFO-FAI

16h 35m1 stop

9:53 pm - 6:08 pmFAI-SFO

19h 15m1 stop

$296Alaska Airlines

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Mon, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 27

7:45 pm - 8:02 amLAX-FAI

13h 17m1 stop

1:33 pm - 6:35 amFAI-LAX

16h 02m1 stop

$296Alaska Airlines

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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25

4:44 pm - 12:50 amSFO-FAI

9h 06m1 stop

1:50 am - 12:45 pmFAI-SFO

9h 55m1 stop

$299Delta

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Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28

5:19 pm - 11:25 pmLAS-FAI

7h 06m1 stop

10:07 pm - 8:40 amFAI-LAS

9h 33m1 stop

$299Delta

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Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7

9:00 am - 7:19 pmLAX-FAI

11h 19m1 stop

8:53 pm - 11:19 amFAI-LAX

13h 26m1 stop

$379United Airlines

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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 10

7:59 pm - 2:35 amLAX-FAI

7h 36m1 stop

9:59 pm - 6:35 amFAI-LAX

7h 36m1 stop

$386

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Sun, Oct 12 - Sun, Nov 2

2:56 pm - 9:58 pmSMF-FAI

8h 02m1 stop

4:10 pm - 11:44 pmFAI-SMF

6h 34m1 stop

$404Hawaiian Airlines

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Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11

2:58 pm - 10:47 pmSMF-FAI

8h 49m1 stop

3:59 pm - 11:47 pmFAI-SMF

6h 48m1 stop

$405Hawaiian Airlines

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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8

8:50 am - 7:19 pmBUR-FAI

11h 29m1 stop

8:53 pm - 1:02 pmFAI-BUR

15h 09m2 stops

$484United Airlines

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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 8

8:55 am - 2:35 amLGB-FAI

42h 40m2 stops

2:18 pm - 7:47 pmFAI-LGB

28h 29m2 stops

$1,351

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Fairbanks

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 18

LAX7:45 pmLos Angeles

13h 17m

1 stop

FAI8:02 amFairbanks

Oct 25

FAI1:33 pmFairbanks

16h 02m

1 stop

LAX6:35 amLos Angeles

$296

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Alaska Airlines

Sep 17

LAX3:40 pmLos Angeles

10h 08m

1 stop

FAI12:48 amFairbanks

Sep 22

FAI9:53 pmFairbanks

7h 10m

1 stop

LAX6:03 amLos Angeles

$298

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 24

LAX7:45 pmLos Angeles

13h 17m

1 stop

FAI8:02 amFairbanks

Oct 28

FAI5:00 amFairbanks

11h 51m

2 stops

LAX5:51 pmLos Angeles

$301

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Delta flights from California to Fairbanks

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Delta

Sep 17

LAX5:25 pmLos Angeles

8h 25m

1 stop

FAI12:50 amFairbanks

Sep 20

FAI1:50 amFairbanks

7h 18m

1 stop

LAX10:08 amLos Angeles

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Delta

Oct 24

LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles

11h 50m

1 stop

FAI12:50 amFairbanks

Oct 27

FAI1:53 amFairbanks

9h 20m

2 stops

LAX12:13 pmLos Angeles

$304

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Delta

Aug 24

SFO5:03 pmSan Francisco

7h 22m

1 stop

FAI11:25 pmFairbanks

Aug 29

FAI1:50 amFairbanks

12h 00m

2 stops

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

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SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop16h 35m

Fairbanks

Sat 9/27

9:53 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$296

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

7:45 pm-8:02 am

1 stop13h 17m

Fairbanks

Sat 10/25

1:33 pm-6:35 am

1 stop16h 02m

$296

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

4:44 pm-12:50 am

1 stop9h 06m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/28

1:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$299

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS - FAI

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/31

5:19 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/7

10:07 pm-8:40 am

1 stop9h 33m

$299

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

9:00 am-7:19 pm

1 stop11h 19m

Fairbanks

Wed 9/10

8:53 pm-11:19 am

1 stop13h 26m

$379

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

7:59 pm-2:35 am

1 stop7h 36m

Fairbanks

Sun 11/2

9:59 pm-6:35 am

1 stop7h 36m

$386

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/8

2:56 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Fairbanks

Tue 11/11

4:10 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$404

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

2:58 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/8

3:59 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$405

BurbankFairbanks

BUR - FAI

BURFAI

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 9/1

8:50 am-7:19 pm

1 stop11h 29m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/8

8:53 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops15h 09m

$484

Long BeachFairbanks

LGB - FAI

LGBFAI

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 10/12

8:55 am-2:35 am

2 stops42h 40m

Fairbanks

Sun 11/2

2:18 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$1,351

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $373, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from California averaging around $411.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Fairbanks?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Fairbanks is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $563. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $654. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Fairbanks.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Fairbanks?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Fairbanks flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Fairbanks in the evening for as low as $560. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Fairbanks, so prices are often more expensive at around $699 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Fairbanks?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Fairbanks from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Fairbanks for around $509 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Fairbanks from California for as low as $397 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Fairbanks flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Fairbanks flight.

Cheap California to Fairbanks flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$148
Fastest flight time	6h 16m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Fairbanks	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Fairbanks from California in the past 72 hours is $148. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Fairbanks found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $296.

The fastest flight from California to Fairbanks takes 6h 16m

There are no direct flights from California to Fairbanks. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Fairbanks Airport, Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport - Fairbanks Airport and Los Angeles Airport - Fairbanks Airport.

There is 1 airport near Fairbanks: Fairbanks (FAI)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Fairbanks Airport is 3 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Fairbanks Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Fairbanks Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fairbanks Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Fairbanks Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Fairbanks Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Fairbanks

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $317	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $324	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $435	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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