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

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

What airlines fly to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta 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 51% 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.

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 November 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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9:50 pm - 3:01 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

20h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:00 am - 5:35 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$596American Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 13

6:00 am - 12:41 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

21h 41m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage

2:37 pm - 8:40 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 03m1 stop Anchorage

$600Alaska Airlines

Sun, May 9 - Sun, May 23

6:51 pm - 2:05 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

10h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:41 am - 2:21 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$614Alaska Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Fri, Feb 19

6:47 pm - 1:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

9h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 2:21 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$614Alaska Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 25

3:47 pm - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

11h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 8:15 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$625Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12

12:58 pm - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

14h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 4:50 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$627Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 13

12:58 pm - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

14h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 4:43 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$633Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 13

11:30 am - 2:54 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

18h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 12:26 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$660American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

11:30 am - 2:54 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

18h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 12:26 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$660American Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

4:05 pm - 7:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

6h 35mnonstop

8:55 pm - 6:04 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 09mnonstop

$1,074United Airlines

Sun, May 9 - Sun, May 23

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6:49 am - 9:37 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

17h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 12:26 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$660American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1

9:53 pm - 3:09 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

20h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 5:42 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$665American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:23 am - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

21h 14m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 1:30 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$671Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:23 am - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

21h 14m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 7:59 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$676Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

7:00 am - 3:09 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

11h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:36 am - 5:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$690Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

5:55 pm - 12:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

9h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 1:37 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$690Delta

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 24

9:30 am - 1:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

19h 20m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:04 am - 11:59 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$694Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26

9:30 am - 9:37 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

15h 07m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:01 am - 5:56 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 55m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$694Alaska Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:49 am - 9:37 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

17h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 5:42 amFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$757American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 29

6:49 am - 9:37 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAI Fairbanks

17h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 12:26 pmFAI Fairbanks-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$790American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 28

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Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Fairbanks

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago to Fairbanks flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

May 9

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 41m

2 stops

FAI12:41 amFairbanks

May 23

FAI2:37 pmFairbanks

15h 03m

1 stop

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$600

Alaska Airlines

Feb 17

ORD6:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 14m

1 stop

FAI2:05 amFairbanks

Feb 19

FAI2:41 amFairbanks

8h 40m

1 stop

ORD2:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$614

Alaska Airlines

Feb 17

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 35m

1 stop

FAI1:05 amFairbanks

Feb 20

FAI5:10 amFairbanks

15h 49m

2 stops

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$618

Delta flights from Chicago to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

Dec 7

ORD3:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 50m

2 stops

FAI12:37 amFairbanks

Dec 12

FAI1:42 amFairbanks

15h 33m

2 stops

ORD8:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$625

Delta

Dec 7

ORD12:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 39m

1 stop

FAI12:37 amFairbanks

Dec 13

FAI1:42 amFairbanks

12h 08m

1 stop

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$627

Delta

Dec 7

ORD12:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 39m

1 stop

FAI12:37 amFairbanks

Dec 13

FAI1:42 amFairbanks

12h 01m

2 stops

ORD4:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$633

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

9:50 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop20h 11m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/13

7:00 am-5:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

$596

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/9

6:00 am-12:41 am

2 stops21h 41m

Fairbanks

Sun 5/23

2:37 pm-8:40 am

1 stop15h 03m

$600

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/17

6:51 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 14m

Fairbanks

Fri 2/19

2:41 am-2:21 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$614

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/15

6:47 pm-1:45 am

1 stop9h 58m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/25

3:59 pm-2:21 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$614

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

3:47 pm-12:37 am

2 stops11h 50m

Fairbanks

Sat 12/12

1:42 am-8:15 pm

2 stops15h 33m

$625

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

12:58 pm-12:37 am

1 stop14h 39m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/13

1:42 am-4:50 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$627

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

12:58 pm-12:37 am

1 stop14h 39m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/13

1:42 am-4:43 pm

2 stops12h 01m

$633

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

11:30 am-2:54 am

1 stop18h 24m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/1

3:59 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$660

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

11:30 am-2:54 am

1 stop18h 24m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/1

3:59 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$660

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ChicagoFairbanks

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - FAI Fairbanks

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/9

4:05 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop6h 35m

Fairbanks

Sun 5/23

8:55 pm-6:04 am

Nonstop6h 09m

$1,074

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Fairbanks

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from Chicago is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $433, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $441.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Fairbanks is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $800. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $914. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Fairbanks.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Fairbanks flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Fairbanks flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Fairbanks flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Fairbanks flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Fairbanks flight.

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Best Price Found	$313
Fastest flight time	6h 35m
Direct flights	Mon
Airports in Fairbanks	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Fairbanks from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $313. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Fairbanks found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $596.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Fairbanks takes 6h 35m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Fairbanks on Monday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

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 35m, 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 November 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 9 (72.73% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 (18.18%) and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (9.09%).
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 (53% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (18%), United Airlines (17%), and Delta (12%).

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 13,158 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,709 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,227 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,481 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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