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

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $451.

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.

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

Delta, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Diego and Fairbanks?

Seattle (SEA) was the most common stop: 92% 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 October 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.

$261 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2026/27

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6:36 pm - 1:35 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

7h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:37 am - 12:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

9h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Alaska Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 1

4:50 pm - 1:35 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

9h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:00 am - 5:22 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

8h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Alaska Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30

3:39 pm - 12:36 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

9h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:45 am - 10:10 amFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

7h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Delta

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 29

3:39 pm - 12:36 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

9h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:45 am - 10:10 amFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

7h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Delta

Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 1

7:50 pm - 11:17 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

16h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 9:52 amFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

16h 53m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Alaska Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 16

4:50 pm - 1:35 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

9h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:37 am - 12:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

9h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$420Alaska Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1

3:39 pm - 12:36 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

9h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:45 am - 10:10 amFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

7h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$440Delta

Thu, Jan 28 - Fri, Jan 29

1:24 pm - 2:56 pmSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

26h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:12 am - 10:02 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

19h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$668American Airlines

Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 21

1:56 pm - 1:48 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

12h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:12 am - 10:02 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

20h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$668American Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

1:56 pm - 1:48 amSAN San Diego-FAI Fairbanks

12h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:12 am - 10:02 pmFAI Fairbanks-SAN San Diego

19h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$668American Airlines

Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21

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Delta flights from San Diego to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

Jan 25

SAN3:39 pmSan Diego

9h 57m

1 stop

FAI12:36 amFairbanks

Feb 1

FAI1:45 amFairbanks

7h 25m

1 stop

SAN10:10 amSan Diego

$440

Delta

Jan 28

SAN11:15 amSan Diego

14h 21m

2 stops

FAI12:36 amFairbanks

Jan 30

FAI1:45 amFairbanks

13h 20m

2 stops

SAN4:05 pmSan Diego

$491

Delta

Feb 9

SAN1:48 pmSan Diego

11h 48m

1 stop

FAI12:36 amFairbanks

Feb 10

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

20h 19m

1 stop

SAN10:49 pmSan Diego

$509

Alaska Airlines flights from San Diego to Fairbanks

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Diego to Fairbanks flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

Dec 5

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

9h 46m

1 stop

FAI3:01 pmFairbanks

Dec 7

FAI2:15 amFairbanks

14h 30m

1 stop

SAN5:45 pmSan Diego

$420

Alaska Airlines

Dec 5

SAN4:08 pmSan Diego

11h 27m

1 stop

FAI2:35 amFairbanks

Dec 8

FAI5:00 amFairbanks

14h 41m

2 stops

SAN8:41 pmSan Diego

$424

Alaska Airlines

Feb 18

SAN7:00 amSan Diego

14h 28m

1 stop

FAI8:28 pmFairbanks

Feb 24

FAI5:50 amFairbanks

13h 02m

1 stop

SAN7:52 pmSan Diego

$427

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San Diego

Tue 1/26

6:36 pm-1:35 am

1 stop7h 59m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/1

2:37 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$420

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SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 1/26

4:50 pm-1:35 am

1 stop9h 45m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/30

8:00 am-5:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$420

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SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 1/27

3:39 pm-12:36 am

1 stop9h 57m

Fairbanks

Fri 1/29

1:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

$420

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SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Sat 1/30

3:39 pm-12:36 am

1 stop9h 57m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/1

1:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

$420

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 1/12

7:50 pm-11:17 am

1 stop16h 27m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/16

3:59 pm-9:52 am

1 stop16h 53m

$420

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 1/27

4:50 pm-1:35 am

1 stop9h 45m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/1

2:37 am-12:56 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$420

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 1/28

3:39 pm-12:36 am

1 stop9h 57m

Fairbanks

Fri 1/29

1:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

$440

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 12/16

1:24 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop26h 32m

Fairbanks

Mon 12/21

1:12 am-10:02 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$668

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 12/18

1:56 pm-1:48 am

1 stop12h 52m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/20

12:12 am-10:02 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$668

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN San Diego - FAI Fairbanks

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 12/17

1:56 pm-1:48 am

1 stop12h 52m

Fairbanks

Mon 12/21

1:12 am-10:02 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$668

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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 $588 to $681.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $420.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from San Diego is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from San Diego averaging around $349.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Fairbanks flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Fairbanks flight.

How have San Diego to Fairbanks flight prices changed over time?

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Best Price Found	$261
Fastest flight time	8h 52m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Fairbanks from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $261. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Fairbanks found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $420.

The fastest flight from San Diego to Fairbanks takes 8h 52m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Fairbanks. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Fairbanks.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Fairbanks

How far is San Diego to Fairbanks by plane?
A flight from San Diego to Fairbanks will travel around 2563.9 mi. 8h 52m 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 October 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 (83% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Delta (17%).

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Fairbanks

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,694 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $339	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 13,135 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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