What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from San Diego to Fairbanks

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

Portland (PDX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 48m.

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

Flights connecting via Portland (PDX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 23m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Flights via Portland (PDX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $505.

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

Seattle (SEA) was the most common stop: 86% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Fairbanks Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego Airport 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.

$265 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $428 to $696. The lowest price recently found on this route was $372.

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3:35 pm - 12:40 am

SAN

FAI

10h 05m

1 stop

1:45 am - 12:38 pm

FAI

SAN

9h 53m

1 stop

$372Delta

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21

6:15 am - 10:35 pm

SAN

FAI

17h 20m

1 stop

10:05 am - 8:16 pm

FAI

SAN

9h 11m

2 stops

$376Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

3:40 pm - 12:12 am

SAN

FAI

9h 32m

1 stop

1:30 am - 11:48 pm

FAI

SAN

21h 18m

2 stops

$378Delta

Thu, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 8

10:47 am - 10:35 pm

SAN

FAI

12h 48m

2 stops

5:00 am - 5:38 pm

FAI

SAN

11h 38m

2 stops

$381Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

6:15 am - 8:42 pm

SAN

FAI

15h 27m

1 stop

3:52 pm - 11:51 am

FAI

SAN

18h 59m

1 stop

$406Alaska Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

3:40 pm - 12:12 am

SAN

FAI

9h 32m

1 stop

1:30 am - 12:49 pm

FAI

SAN

10h 19m

1 stop

$407Delta

Thu, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 8

7:16 am - 1:44 am

SAN

FAI

19h 28m

2 stops

5:30 am - 8:33 pm

FAI

SAN

14h 03m

2 stops

$418Alaska Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 9

6:19 pm - 2:17 am

SAN

FAI

8h 58m

1 stop

8:45 pm - 10:22 am

FAI

SAN

12h 37m

2 stops

$430Alaska Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

8:04 pm - 12:41 pm

SAN

FAI

17h 37m

1 stop

9:00 am - 11:59 pm

FAI

SAN

13h 59m

1 stop

$530Alaska Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 1

12:33 pm - 10:49 pm

SAN

FAI

11h 16m

1 stop

1:15 am - 6:26 pm

FAI

SAN

16h 11m

2 stops

$532United Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Mon, Jul 13

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Fairbanks

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American Airlines

Mar 12

SAN7:50 amSan Diego

15h 25m

1 stop

FAI10:15 pmFairbanks

Mar 15

FAI5:51 amFairbanks

11h 39m

1 stop

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$918

American Airlines

Feb 26

SAN7:50 amSan Diego

18h 00m

1 stop

FAI12:50 amFairbanks

Mar 3

FAI8:00 amFairbanks

9h 30m

1 stop

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$1,138

American Airlines

Feb 26

SAN1:09 pmSan Diego

12h 41m

2 stops

FAI12:50 amFairbanks

Mar 3

FAI5:51 amFairbanks

11h 39m

1 stop

SAN6:30 pmSan Diego

$1,144

Delta flights from San Diego to Fairbanks

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Delta

Apr 15

SAN3:35 pmSan Diego

10h 05m

1 stop

FAI12:40 amFairbanks

Apr 21

FAI1:45 amFairbanks

9h 53m

1 stop

SAN12:38 pmSan Diego

$372

Delta

Apr 2

SAN3:40 pmSan Diego

9h 32m

1 stop

FAI12:12 amFairbanks

Apr 8

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

21h 18m

2 stops

SAN11:48 pmSan Diego

$378

Delta

Apr 2

SAN3:40 pmSan Diego

9h 32m

1 stop

FAI12:12 amFairbanks

Apr 8

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

10h 19m

1 stop

SAN12:49 pmSan Diego

$407

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SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 4/15

3:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop10h 05m

Fairbanks

Tue 4/21

1:45 am-12:38 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$372

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 4/15

6:15 am-10:35 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/22

10:05 am-8:16 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$376

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 4/2

3:40 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 32m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/8

1:30 am-11:48 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$378

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 4/15

10:47 am-10:35 pm

2 stops12h 48m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/22

5:00 am-5:38 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$381

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 5/14

6:15 am-8:42 pm

1 stop15h 27m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/18

3:52 pm-11:51 am

1 stop18h 59m

$406

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 4/2

3:40 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 32m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/8

1:30 am-12:49 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$407

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 4/2

7:16 am-1:44 am

2 stops19h 28m

Fairbanks

Thu 4/9

5:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$418

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 5/14

6:19 pm-2:17 am

1 stop8h 58m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/18

8:45 pm-10:22 am

2 stops12h 37m

$430

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 5/27

8:04 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop17h 37m

Fairbanks

Mon 6/1

9:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$530

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 7/9

12:33 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/13

1:15 am-6:26 pm

2 stops16h 11m

$532

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from San Diego is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $361, 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 San Diego averaging around $425.

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You could potentially save up to 57% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Fairbanks flight.

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The fastest flight from San Diego to Fairbanks takes 9h 05m

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How far is San Diego to Fairbanks by plane?
A flight from San Diego to Fairbanks will travel around 2563.9 mi. 9h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Fairbanks Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
As of February 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Fairbanks Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego Airport 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 airline from San Diego to Fairbanks?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Diego to Fairbanks is Alaska Airlines (68% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Delta (32%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,208 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $320	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,895 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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