What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Fairbanks?

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Fairbanks

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

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport refresh daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Fairbanks Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:40 am - 7:42 pm

DSM

FAI

11h 02m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 10:37 am

FAI

DSM

10h 42m

1 stop

$552United Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5

6:26 pm - 12:58 pm

DSM

FAI

21h 32m

2 stops

1:17 am - 8:45 pm

FAI

DSM

16h 28m

2 stops

$563Alaska Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 4

6:23 pm - 10:35 pm

DSM

FAI

31h 12m

2 stops

3:53 pm - 6:57 pm

FAI

DSM

24h 04m

2 stops

$589Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5

6:23 pm - 10:35 pm

DSM

FAI

31h 12m

2 stops

12:11 pm - 11:59 pm

FAI

DSM

32h 48m

2 stops

$594Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5

1:37 pm - 12:50 am

DSM

FAI

14h 13m

2 stops

8:00 am - 2:56 pm

FAI

DSM

27h 56m

2 stops

$709Alaska Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13

2:28 pm - 12:50 am

DSM

FAI

37h 22m

2 stops

8:00 am - 2:56 pm

FAI

DSM

27h 56m

2 stops

$714Alaska Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 13

2:28 pm - 12:50 am

DSM

FAI

37h 22m

2 stops

5:51 am - 1:05 pm

FAI

DSM

28h 14m

2 stops

$719Alaska Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 17

7:05 pm - 10:53 pm

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FAI

30h 48m

2 stops

7:00 am - 11:30 am

FAI

DSM

25h 30m

2 stops

$757Alaska Airlines

Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15

6:50 am - 11:11 pm

DSM

FAI

43h 21m

2 stops

1:30 am - 3:42 pm

FAI

DSM

11h 12m

2 stops

$759Delta

Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 16

1:37 pm - 12:50 am

DSM

FAI

14h 13m

2 stops

3:53 pm - 8:54 am

FAI

DSM

14h 01m

2 stops

$785Alaska Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

Delta flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks

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Delta

Jul 1

DSM2:35 pmDes Moines

12h 31m

2 stops

FAI12:06 amFairbanks

Jul 8

FAI10:05 pmFairbanks

9h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:15 amDes Moines

$684

Delta

Jul 1

DSM2:35 pmDes Moines

12h 31m

2 stops

FAI12:06 amFairbanks

Jul 8

FAI2:40 pmFairbanks

16h 35m

2 stops

DSM10:15 amDes Moines

$689

Delta

Jul 1

DSM2:35 pmDes Moines

12h 31m

2 stops

FAI12:06 amFairbanks

Jul 8

FAI10:05 pmFairbanks

9h 10m

1 stop

DSM10:15 amDes Moines

$717

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Fairbanks

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United Airlines

May 1

DSM11:40 amDes Moines

11h 02m

1 stop

FAI7:42 pmFairbanks

May 5

FAI8:55 pmFairbanks

10h 42m

1 stop

DSM10:37 amDes Moines

$552

United Airlines

Jun 3

DSM5:17 pmDes Moines

8h 42m

1 stop

FAI10:59 pmFairbanks

Jun 7

FAI8:55 pmFairbanks

10h 32m

1 stop

DSM10:27 amDes Moines

$742

United Airlines

Jul 1

DSM5:12 pmDes Moines

8h 37m

1 stop

FAI10:49 pmFairbanks

Aug 30

FAI1:15 amFairbanks

8h 19m

1 stop

DSM12:34 pmDes Moines

$752

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Des Moines

Fri 5/1

11:40 am-7:42 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Fairbanks

Tue 5/5

8:55 pm-10:37 am

1 stop10h 42m

$552

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

6:26 pm-12:58 pm

2 stops21h 32m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/4

1:17 am-8:45 pm

2 stops16h 28m

$563

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

6:23 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 4/5

3:53 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$589

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

6:23 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Fairbanks

Sun 4/5

12:11 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$594

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

1:37 pm-12:50 am

2 stops14h 13m

Fairbanks

Fri 3/13

8:00 am-2:56 pm

2 stops27h 56m

$709

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

2:28 pm-12:50 am

2 stops37h 22m

Fairbanks

Fri 3/13

8:00 am-2:56 pm

2 stops27h 56m

$714

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sun 3/8

2:28 pm-12:50 am

2 stops37h 22m

Fairbanks

Tue 3/17

5:51 am-1:05 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$719

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 5/9

7:05 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops30h 48m

Fairbanks

Fri 5/15

7:00 am-11:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

$757

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

6:50 am-11:11 pm

2 stops43h 21m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/16

1:30 am-3:42 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$759

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

1:37 pm-12:50 am

2 stops14h 13m

Fairbanks

Wed 3/18

3:53 pm-8:54 am

2 stops14h 01m

$785

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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Fairbanks takes 8h 46m

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A flight from Des Moines to Fairbanks will travel around 2628.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 8h 46m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Fairbanks Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fairbanks Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Fairbanks Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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