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

Alaska Airlines and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Fairbanks Airport are updated daily.

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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.

$179 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $789 to $403. The lowest price recently found on this route was $338.

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1:35 pm - 12:35 am

SFO

FAI

12h 00m

1 stop

1:40 am - 9:34 am

FAI

SFO

6h 54m

1 stop

$338Delta

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12

1:35 pm - 12:35 am

SFO

FAI

12h 00m

1 stop

1:40 am - 1:36 pm

FAI

SFO

10h 56m

2 stops

$344Delta

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12

2:43 pm - 12:35 am

SFO

FAI

10h 52m

2 stops

1:40 am - 3:56 pm

FAI

SFO

13h 16m

2 stops

$349Delta

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12

4:40 pm - 12:40 am

SFO

FAI

9h 00m

1 stop

1:40 am - 9:34 am

FAI

SFO

6h 54m

1 stop

$358Delta

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11

11:00 am - 12:40 am

SFO

FAI

14h 40m

2 stops

1:40 am - 12:29 pm

FAI

SFO

9h 49m

1 stop

$364Delta

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11

9:50 am - 12:40 am

SFO

FAI

15h 50m

2 stops

1:40 am - 1:36 pm

FAI

SFO

10h 56m

2 stops

$369Delta

Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11

6:19 pm - 11:59 pm

SFO

FAI

6h 40m

1 stop

7:08 am - 5:23 pm

FAI

SFO

9h 15m

1 stop

$382Alaska Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 24

6:19 pm - 11:05 am

SFO

FAI

17h 46m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 9:37 am

FAI

SFO

16h 37m

1 stop

$383Alaska Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Aug 30

7:00 am - 12:55 pm

SFO

FAI

6h 55m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 9:37 am

FAI

SFO

16h 37m

1 stop

$385Alaska Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 24

6:19 pm - 11:59 pm

SFO

FAI

6h 40m

1 stop

9:40 pm - 5:23 pm

FAI

SFO

18h 43m

1 stop

$387Alaska Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30

Delta flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

May 7

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

12h 00m

1 stop

FAI12:35 amFairbanks

May 12

FAI1:40 amFairbanks

6h 54m

1 stop

SFO9:34 amSan Francisco

$338

Delta

May 7

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

12h 00m

1 stop

FAI12:35 amFairbanks

May 12

FAI1:40 amFairbanks

10h 56m

2 stops

SFO1:36 pmSan Francisco

$344

Delta

May 7

SFO2:43 pmSan Francisco

10h 52m

2 stops

FAI12:35 amFairbanks

May 12

FAI1:40 amFairbanks

13h 18m

2 stops

SFO3:58 pmSan Francisco

$349

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

Alaska Airlines

Aug 23

SFO6:19 pmSan Francisco

6h 40m

1 stop

FAI11:59 pmFairbanks

Aug 24

FAI7:08 amFairbanks

9h 15m

1 stop

SFO5:23 pmSan Francisco

$382

Alaska Airlines

Aug 29

SFO6:19 pmSan Francisco

17h 46m

1 stop

FAI11:05 amFairbanks

Aug 30

FAI4:00 pmFairbanks

16h 37m

1 stop

SFO9:37 amSan Francisco

$383

Alaska Airlines

Aug 24

SFO7:00 amSan Francisco

6h 55m

1 stop

FAI12:55 pmFairbanks

Aug 24

FAI4:00 pmFairbanks

16h 37m

1 stop

SFO9:37 amSan Francisco

$385

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Thu 5/7

1:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

Fairbanks

Tue 5/12

1:40 am-9:34 am

1 stop6h 54m

$338

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SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

1:35 pm-12:35 am

1 stop12h 00m

Fairbanks

Tue 5/12

1:40 am-1:36 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$344

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 5/7

2:43 pm-12:35 am

2 stops10h 52m

Fairbanks

Tue 5/12

1:40 am-3:56 pm

2 stops13h 16m

$349

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SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

4:40 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 00m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/11

1:40 am-9:34 am

1 stop6h 54m

$358

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

11:00 am-12:40 am

2 stops14h 40m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/11

1:40 am-12:29 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$364

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

9:50 am-12:40 am

2 stops15h 50m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/11

1:40 am-1:36 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$369

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

6:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/24

7:08 am-5:23 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$382

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

6:19 pm-11:05 am

1 stop17h 46m

Fairbanks

Sun 8/30

4:00 pm-9:37 am

1 stop16h 37m

$383

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Fairbanks

Mon 8/24

4:00 pm-9:37 am

1 stop16h 37m

$385

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

6:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Fairbanks

Sun 8/30

9:40 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop18h 43m

$387

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks?

The cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from San Francisco 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 October is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $388.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Fairbanks?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Fairbanks from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Fairbanks for around $528 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Fairbanks from San Francisco for as low as $344 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Fairbanks flight.

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

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Fastest flight time	6h 58m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks takes 6h 58m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Fairbanks

How far is San Francisco to Fairbanks by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks will travel around 2131.8 mi. 6h 58m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Fairbanks Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Fairbanks Airport?
As of April 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Fairbanks Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 Francisco to Fairbanks?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Francisco and Fairbanks, the leading airline is Alaska Airlines, making up 84% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 16%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,422 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,260 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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