Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Fairbanks?

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

What airlines fly to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Fairbanks from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport?

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Fairbanks Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Fairbanks Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks on average per week?

As of May 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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5:47 pm - 2:15 am

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FAI

11h 28m

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3:53 pm - 12:15 pm

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ORD

17h 22m

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$444American Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12

4:57 pm - 9:21 pm

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31h 24m

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5:10 am - 7:20 am

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23h 10m

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$452American Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8

6:00 am - 1:06 pm

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10h 06m

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$455Alaska Airlines

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4:59 pm - 12:44 am

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$456American Airlines

Fri, Jun 26 - Mon, Jul 6

7:20 am - 11:05 am

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12h 08m

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$470Delta

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5:47 pm - 2:15 am

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12h 14m

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$471American Airlines

Fri, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 10

12:27 pm - 12:30 am

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8h 55m

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$476Delta

Fri, Jun 26 - Sun, Jul 5

American Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks

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American Airlines

Aug 4

ORD5:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 28m

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FAI2:15 amFairbanks

Aug 12

FAI3:53 pmFairbanks

17h 22m

1 stop

ORD12:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$444

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Aug 30

ORD4:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 24m

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FAI9:21 pmFairbanks

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FAI5:10 amFairbanks

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ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$452

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Jun 26

ORD4:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 45m

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FAI12:44 amFairbanks

Jul 7

FAI12:11 pmFairbanks

14h 51m

1 stop

ORD6:02 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$456

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks

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Sep 12

ORD1:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 52m

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FAI8:55 pmFairbanks

Sep 19

FAI4:08 pmFairbanks

11h 12m

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ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$440

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Sep 12

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 21m

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FAI9:21 pmFairbanks

Sep 19

FAI1:51 pmFairbanks

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ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$449

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Sep 20

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 06m

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FAI8:30 amFairbanks

12h 29m

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$455

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Fairbanks?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $380, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $479.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $767. 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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Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 39m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Fairbanks	1 airport

The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks takes 6h 39m

Direct flights go from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks every day.

There is 1 airport in Fairbanks. From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport there are direct flights to Fairbanks (FAI).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks

How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks by plane?
Fairbanks is 2772.4 mi away from Chicago O'Hare Intl. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 39m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport is 4 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Fairbanks Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Fairbanks Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Fairbanks Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 50.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 50.00%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Fairbanks, the leading airline is Alaska Airlines, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 12%, United Airlines with 12%, and American Airlines with 10%.

Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks

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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,391 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,449 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $486	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $667	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,744 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks
United Airlines operates around 5 flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks from as low as $667 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,744 reviews.

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