How long does it take to fly to Fairbanks?

The flight from Iowa to Fairbanks depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Des Moines (a popular airport in Iowa) to Fairbanks (the most popular airport in Fairbanks), then the flight time is 8h 38m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Fairbanks, then the average flight time is 10h 51m.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of July 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa 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.

$217 Cheap Flights from Iowa to Fairbanks in 2026

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11:11 am - 8:49 pm

OMA

FAI

12h 38m

1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:00 pm

FAI

OMA

11h 00m

1 stop

$422Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Sat, Aug 29

6:03 am - 2:15 am

OMA

FAI

23h 12m

1 stop

10:02 am - 2:21 pm

FAI

OMA

25h 19m

2 stops

$426Alaska Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

11:11 am - 8:49 pm

OMA

FAI

12h 38m

1 stop

1:39 am - 8:43 pm

FAI

OMA

16h 04m

2 stops

$428Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 28

6:03 am - 7:53 am

OMA

FAI

28h 50m

2 stops

5:10 am - 2:21 pm

FAI

OMA

30h 11m

2 stops

$431Alaska Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 24

3:19 pm - 10:46 pm

OMA

FAI

10h 27m

1 stop

1:28 am - 2:25 pm

FAI

OMA

9h 57m

1 stop

$433Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

7:02 am - 11:05 am

OMA

FAI

31h 03m

2 stops

8:01 am - 11:59 pm

FAI

OMA

12h 58m

1 stop

$438Alaska Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

3:19 pm - 11:05 am

OMA

FAI

22h 46m

2 stops

1:28 am - 2:25 pm

FAI

OMA

9h 57m

1 stop

$439Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

5:21 pm - 10:59 pm

DSM

FAI

8h 38m

1 stop

8:27 pm - 10:26 am

FAI

DSM

10h 59m

1 stop

$493United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

1:21 pm - 10:59 pm

DSM

FAI

12h 38m

2 stops

8:27 pm - 10:26 am

FAI

DSM

10h 59m

1 stop

$498United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

7:11 am - 10:46 pm

MLI

FAI

18h 35m

2 stops

4:08 pm - 4:27 pm

FAI

MLI

21h 19m

2 stops

$661American Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

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Alaska Airlines flights from Iowa to Fairbanks

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Alaska Airlines

Aug 18

OMA6:03 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

23h 12m

1 stop

FAI2:15 amFairbanks

Aug 24

FAI10:02 amFairbanks

25h 19m

2 stops

OMA2:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$426

Alaska Airlines

Aug 18

OMA6:03 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 50m

2 stops

FAI7:53 amFairbanks

Aug 24

FAI5:10 amFairbanks

30h 11m

2 stops

OMA2:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$431

Alaska Airlines

Sep 26

OMA3:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

10h 27m

1 stop

FAI10:46 pmFairbanks

Sep 29

FAI1:28 amFairbanks

9h 57m

1 stop

OMA2:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$433

United Airlines flights from Iowa to Fairbanks

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United Airlines

Sep 4

DSM5:21 pmDes Moines

8h 38m

1 stop

FAI10:59 pmFairbanks

Sep 6

FAI8:27 pmFairbanks

10h 59m

1 stop

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

$493

United Airlines

Sep 4

DSM1:21 pmDes Moines

12h 38m

2 stops

FAI10:59 pmFairbanks

Sep 6

FAI8:27 pmFairbanks

10h 59m

1 stop

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

$498

United Airlines

Sep 4

DSM5:21 pmDes Moines

8h 38m

1 stop

FAI10:59 pmFairbanks

Sep 5

FAI1:00 amFairbanks

8h 32m

1 stop

DSM12:32 pmDes Moines

$501

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OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/25

11:11 am-8:49 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/29

10:00 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$422

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/18

6:03 am-2:15 am

1 stop23h 12m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/24

10:02 am-2:21 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$426

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/25

11:11 am-8:49 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/28

1:39 am-8:43 pm

2 stops16h 04m

$428

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OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 8/18

6:03 am-7:53 am

2 stops28h 50m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/24

5:10 am-2:21 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$431

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/26

3:19 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Fairbanks

Tue 9/29

1:28 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$433

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 8/24

7:02 am-11:05 am

2 stops31h 03m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/28

8:01 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$438

OmahaFairbanks

OMA - FAI

OMAFAI

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 9/26

3:19 pm-11:05 am

2 stops22h 46m

Fairbanks

Tue 9/29

1:28 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$439

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DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Fri 9/4

5:21 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/6

8:27 pm-10:26 am

1 stop10h 59m

$493

Des MoinesFairbanks

DSM - FAI

DSMFAI

Des Moines

Fri 9/4

1:21 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops12h 38m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/6

8:27 pm-10:26 am

1 stop10h 59m

$498

MolineFairbanks

MLI - FAI

MLIFAI

Moline Quad-City

Sat 9/12

7:11 am-10:46 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Fairbanks

Sat 9/19

4:08 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$661

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to Fairbanks

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport?
As of July 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Fairbanks Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa 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.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Fairbanks

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Delta	PriceFrom $492	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,476 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,683 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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