Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Flights connecting via Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 44m.

What airlines fly to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Fairbanks from Chicago according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Fairbanks. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Fairbanks on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Fairbanks?

Anchorage (ANC) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Seattle (SEA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 37m.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Fairbanks on average per week?

The number of flights available between Chicago and Fairbanks is 6 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Delta and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Fairbanks

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $441.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport is 4 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Fairbanks Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Fairbanks Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Fairbanks?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $855 to $541. The lowest price recently found on this route was $467.

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12:59 am - 9:42 pm

ORD

FAI

23h 43m

1 stop

1:34 pm - 8:35 am

FAI

ORD

16h 01m

1 stop

$467Alaska Airlines

Thu, Jun 25 - Mon, Jul 6

4:59 pm - 12:44 am

ORD

FAI

10h 45m

1 stop

5:31 am - 10:00 pm

FAI

ORD

13h 29m

1 stop

$469American Airlines

Fri, Jun 26 - Mon, Jul 6

5:55 pm - 12:35 am

ORD

FAI

9h 40m

1 stop

1:35 am - 4:43 pm

FAI

ORD

12h 08m

1 stop

$470Delta

Thu, Jul 16 - Mon, Jul 20

8:00 am - 8:44 pm

ORD

FAI

15h 44m

1 stop

7:08 am - 11:59 pm

FAI

ORD

13h 51m

2 stops

$473Alaska Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

10:00 pm - 2:15 am

ORD

FAI

31h 15m

1 stop

5:31 am - 8:45 pm

FAI

ORD

12h 14m

1 stop

$474American Airlines

Wed, Jul 1 - Sun, Jul 5

5:47 pm - 2:15 am

ORD

FAI

11h 28m

1 stop

8:00 am - 6:02 am

FAI

ORD

19h 02m

1 stop

$475American Airlines

Thu, Jul 2 - Sat, Jul 11

5:55 pm - 12:30 am

ORD

FAI

9h 35m

1 stop

1:35 am - 5:02 pm

FAI

ORD

12h 27m

2 stops

$476Delta

Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jul 5

6:55 am - 2:15 am

ORD

FAI

22h 20m

1 stop

5:00 am - 7:19 am

FAI

ORD

23h 19m

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$477American Airlines

Tue, Jun 30 - Mon, Jul 13

7:49 pm - 8:10 am

ORD

FAI

15h 21m

2 stops

8:45 pm - 8:25 am

FAI

ORD

8h 40m

1 stop

$478Alaska Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Sun, Jun 7

9:59 am - 8:49 pm

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FAI

13h 50m

1 stop

10:05 pm - 8:38 am

FAI

MDW

7h 33m

1 stop

$490Delta

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Fairbanks

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Alaska Airlines

Jun 25

ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 43m

1 stop

FAI9:42 pmFairbanks

Jul 6

FAI1:34 pmFairbanks

16h 01m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$467

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Aug 27

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 44m

1 stop

FAI8:44 pmFairbanks

Aug 31

FAI7:08 amFairbanks

13h 51m

2 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$473

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Jun 4

ORD7:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 21m

2 stops

FAI8:10 amFairbanks

Jun 7

FAI8:45 pmFairbanks

8h 40m

1 stop

ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$478

Delta flights from Chicago to Fairbanks

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Delta

Jul 16

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 40m

1 stop

FAI12:35 amFairbanks

Jul 20

FAI1:35 amFairbanks

12h 08m

1 stop

ORD4:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$470

Delta

Jun 26

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 35m

1 stop

FAI12:30 amFairbanks

Jul 5

FAI1:35 amFairbanks

12h 27m

2 stops

ORD5:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$476

Delta

Jun 26

ORD12:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 03m

2 stops

FAI12:30 amFairbanks

Jul 6

FAI1:35 amFairbanks

14h 22m

2 stops

ORD6:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$481

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1:34 pm-8:35 am

1 stop16h 01m

$467

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Fri 6/26

4:59 pm-12:44 am

1 stop10h 45m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/6

5:31 am-10:00 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$469

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ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/16

5:55 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 40m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/20

1:35 am-4:43 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$470

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ORD - FAI

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-8:44 pm

1 stop15h 44m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/31

7:08 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 51m

$473

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ORD - FAI

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Wed 7/1

10:00 pm-2:15 am

1 stop31h 15m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/5

5:31 am-8:45 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$474

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/2

5:47 pm-2:15 am

1 stop11h 28m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/11

8:00 am-6:02 am

1 stop19h 02m

$475

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/26

5:55 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 35m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/5

1:35 am-5:02 pm

2 stops12h 27m

$476

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/30

6:55 am-2:15 am

1 stop22h 20m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/13

5:00 am-7:19 am

1 stop23h 19m

$477

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

7:49 pm-8:10 am

2 stops15h 21m

Fairbanks

Sun 6/7

8:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop8h 40m

$478

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MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/27

9:59 am-8:49 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/31

10:05 pm-8:38 am

1 stop7h 33m

$490

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Fairbanks?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from Chicago is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $200, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of July is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $314.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Fairbanks is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $819. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $1,213. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Fairbanks.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Fairbanks flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 33m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Fairbanks	1 airport

The fastest flight from Chicago to Fairbanks takes 6h 33m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Fairbanks every day.

There is 1 airport in Fairbanks. From Chicago there are direct flights to Fairbanks (FAI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Fairbanks

How far is Chicago to Fairbanks by plane?
A flight from Chicago to Fairbanks will travel around 2786.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 6h 33m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks Airport is 4 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fairbanks Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Fairbanks Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Fairbanks Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Fairbanks?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Chicago to Fairbanks is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (50.00% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (50.00%).
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Fairbanks?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Fairbanks is Alaska Airlines (58% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Delta (17%), United Airlines (15%), and American Airlines (10%).

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Fairbanks

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,348 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,458 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,670 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $667	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,695 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Fairbanks
United Airlines operates around 6 flights from Chicago to Fairbanks every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $865, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from Chicago to Fairbanks from as low as $667 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,695 reviews.

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