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 6h 45m on average. If you fly from San Jose (another popular airport in California) to Fairbanks, then the average flight time is 7h 07m.

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

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American 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 2 as of September 2026.

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.

$209 Cheap Flights from California to Fairbanks in 2026

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6:23 am - 1:32 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

8h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 9:38 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

6h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$346Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

2:16 pm - 12:37 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

11h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:47 am - 9:43 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

6h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$346Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

8:03 am - 1:50 amSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

18h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 am - 9:43 amFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

27h 13m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$346Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

6:23 am - 1:32 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

8h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 9:38 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

6h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$346Delta

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7

2:15 pm - 12:45 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

11h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:47 am - 9:43 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

6h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$346Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

5:10 pm - 11:42 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-FAI Fairbanks

7h 32m1 stop Anchorage

8:34 pm - 5:38 amFAI Fairbanks-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 04m1 stop Anchorage

$415Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

7:45 pm - 10:56 pmLAX Los Angeles-FAI Fairbanks

28h 11m1 stop Anchorage

5:00 am - 6:57 amFAI Fairbanks-LAX Los Angeles

24h 57m1 stop Anchorage

$415Alaska Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

7:00 am - 8:28 pmSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

14h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:50 am - 6:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

11h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$574American Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 18

2:55 pm - 2:54 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

12h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 6:25 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

11h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$594American Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30

9:57 am - 9:36 pmSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

12h 39m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:04 pm - 9:58 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

8h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$595American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 24

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8:53 pm - 1:47 pmSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

17h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:00 pm - 12:27 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

13h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$627Delta

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

7:21 am - 1:47 pmSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

7h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:00 pm - 12:27 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

13h 27m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$627Delta

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 6

8:53 pm - 1:47 pmSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

17h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:35 am - 2:01 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

11h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$627Delta

Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 7

8:53 pm - 1:47 pmSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

17h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:39 am - 10:57 amFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

8h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$627Delta

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

11:56 am - 1:48 amSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

14h 52m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:31 am - 6:45 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

12h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$632Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

11:56 am - 8:40 pmSJC San Jose-FAI Fairbanks

9h 44m2 stops Portland Anchorage

5:10 am - 4:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJC San Jose

10h 46m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$636Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

8:06 am - 3:09 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-FAI Fairbanks

8h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:08 pm - 11:27 amFAI Fairbanks-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

18h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$662Alaska Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

5:33 am - 1:48 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

21h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 am - 9:16 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

14h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$892American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

11:13 am - 8:54 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-FAI Fairbanks

10h 41m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:30 am - 10:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$907American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

11:45 am - 1:48 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 am - 9:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

15h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$921American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 22

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Alaska Airlines flights from California to Fairbanks

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on California to Fairbanks flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Nov 11

SJC8:03 amSan Jose

18h 47m

1 stop

FAI1:50 amFairbanks

Nov 14

FAI5:30 amFairbanks

27h 13m

1 stop

SJC9:43 amSan Jose

$346

Alaska Airlines

Oct 1

SNA7:13 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

20h 56m

1 stop

FAI3:09 pmFairbanks

Oct 3

FAI4:06 pmFairbanks

16h 23m

1 stop

SNA9:29 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$407

Alaska Airlines

Oct 15

LAS5:10 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 32m

1 stop

FAI11:42 pmFairbanks

Oct 18

FAI8:34 pmFairbanks

8h 04m

1 stop

LAS5:38 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$415

Delta flights from California to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on California to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

Oct 1

SFO6:23 amSan Francisco

8h 09m

1 stop

FAI1:32 pmFairbanks

Oct 6

FAI1:50 amFairbanks

6h 48m

1 stop

SFO9:38 amSan Francisco

$346

Delta

Nov 11

SJC2:40 pmSan Jose

11h 02m

1 stop

FAI12:42 amFairbanks

Nov 13

FAI1:47 amFairbanks

15h 48m

2 stops

SJC6:35 pmSan Jose

$352

Delta

Nov 11

SJC2:57 pmSan Jose

10h 45m

2 stops

FAI12:42 amFairbanks

Nov 13

FAI1:47 amFairbanks

14h 33m

2 stops

SJC5:20 pmSan Jose

$357

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Thu 10/1

6:23 am-1:32 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Fairbanks

Tue 10/6

1:50 am-9:38 am

1 stop6h 48m

$346

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SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

2:16 pm-12:37 am

1 stop11h 21m

Fairbanks

Mon 12/7

1:47 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 56m

$346

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SJC San Jose - FAI Fairbanks

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San Jose

Wed 11/11

8:03 am-1:50 am

1 stop18h 47m

Fairbanks

Sat 11/14

5:30 am-9:43 am

1 stop27h 13m

$346

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SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 10/1

6:23 am-1:32 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Fairbanks

Wed 10/7

1:50 am-9:38 am

1 stop6h 48m

$346

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Thu 11/5

2:15 pm-12:45 am

1 stop11h 30m

Fairbanks

Fri 11/13

1:47 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 56m

$346

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - FAI Fairbanks

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/15

5:10 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/18

8:34 pm-5:38 am

1 stop8h 04m

$415

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX Los Angeles - FAI Fairbanks

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 12/3

7:45 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/6

5:00 am-6:57 am

1 stop24h 57m

$415

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 2/12

7:00 am-8:28 pm

1 stop14h 28m

Fairbanks

Thu 2/18

5:50 am-6:39 pm

2 stops11h 49m

$574

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 11/25

2:55 pm-2:54 am

1 stop12h 59m

Fairbanks

Mon 11/30

5:45 am-6:25 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$594

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 10/15

9:57 am-9:36 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Fairbanks

Sat 10/24

12:04 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$595

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $386, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from California averaging around $427.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $513 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 $360 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Fairbanks flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Fairbanks flight.

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Best Price Found	$209
Fastest flight time	6h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Fairbanks from California in the past 72 hours is $209. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Fairbanks found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $346.

The fastest flight from California to Fairbanks takes 6h 45m

There are no direct flights from California to Fairbanks. There are no popular flight routes from California to Fairbanks.

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 2 as of September 2026.
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 $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,556 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,876 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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