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

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines 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 November 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.

$276 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks in 2026/27

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9:58 am - 12:21 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 10:53 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

16h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego

$503Alaska Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9

8:20 am - 9:55 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

14h 35m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 9:20 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

14h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego

$512Alaska Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

2:12 pm - 2:35 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

13h 23m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:00 am - 10:53 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

14h 53m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego

$512Alaska Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

12:11 pm - 12:21 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

13h 10m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 10:53 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

16h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego

$512Alaska Airlines

Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15

11:50 am - 12:37 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

13h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 9:46 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

7h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$577Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4

6:08 pm - 12:35 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

7h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:55 am - 7:56 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

17h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$580Delta

Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 20

6:30 am - 12:35 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

19h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:55 am - 9:46 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

6h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$581Delta

Fri, Dec 25 - Sun, Dec 27

7:00 am - 2:55 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

8h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:16 pm - 8:17 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

7h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$695American Airlines

Mon, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 21

5:32 pm - 2:54 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

10h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 9:48 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

28h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$696American Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1

9:40 am - 12:21 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:45 am - 9:48 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

15h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$696American Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12

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11:34 am - 1:50 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:30 am - 8:47 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

14h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10

6:08 am - 1:11 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

8h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:31 am - 6:01 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

15h 30m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

10:35 am - 12:45 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 10m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 11:33 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

20h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

3:08 pm - 1:50 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

11h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:31 am - 10:36 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

8h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Fri, Nov 6

3:08 pm - 9:37 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

7h 29m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:31 am - 11:15 amFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

8h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

6:08 am - 1:11 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

8h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:31 am - 2:01 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

11h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$820Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

11:34 am - 1:50 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:31 am - 6:33 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

16h 02m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$820Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 13

6:08 am - 3:09 pmSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

10h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:13 pm - 8:47 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

7h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$820American Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

1:25 pm - 12:45 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

12h 20m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 4:14 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

13h 32m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$831Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

9:54 am - 12:45 amSFO San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks

15h 51m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:42 am - 3:35 pmFAI Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco

12h 53m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles

$831Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

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Delta flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

Dec 2

SFO11:50 amSan Francisco

13h 47m

2 stops

FAI12:37 amFairbanks

Dec 4

FAI1:42 amFairbanks

7h 04m

1 stop

SFO9:46 amSan Francisco

$577

Delta

Dec 19

SFO6:08 pmSan Francisco

7h 27m

1 stop

FAI12:35 amFairbanks

Dec 20

FAI1:55 amFairbanks

17h 01m

2 stops

SFO7:56 pmSan Francisco

$580

Delta

Dec 2

SFO11:50 amSan Francisco

13h 47m

2 stops

FAI12:37 amFairbanks

Dec 4

FAI1:42 amFairbanks

7h 04m

1 stop

SFO9:46 amSan Francisco

$581

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

Alaska Airlines

Dec 3

SFO9:58 amSan Francisco

15h 23m

2 stops

FAI12:21 amFairbanks

Dec 9

FAI5:45 amFairbanks

16h 08m

2 stops

SFO10:53 pmSan Francisco

$503

Alaska Airlines

Dec 9

SFO8:20 amSan Francisco

14h 35m

2 stops

FAI9:55 pmFairbanks

Dec 12

FAI5:45 amFairbanks

14h 35m

2 stops

SFO9:20 pmSan Francisco

$512

Alaska Airlines

Feb 3

SFO6:40 amSan Francisco

16h 08m

2 stops

FAI9:48 pmFairbanks

Feb 7

FAI8:15 pmFairbanks

12h 14m

2 stops

SFO9:29 amSan Francisco

$514

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SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

9:58 am-12:21 am

2 stops15h 23m

Fairbanks

Wed 12/9

5:45 am-10:53 pm

2 stops16h 08m

$503

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 12/9

8:20 am-9:55 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Fairbanks

Sat 12/12

5:45 am-9:20 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$512

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 12/5

2:12 pm-2:35 am

2 stops13h 23m

Fairbanks

Wed 12/9

7:00 am-10:53 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$512

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 12/9

12:11 pm-12:21 am

2 stops13h 10m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/15

5:45 am-10:53 pm

2 stops16h 08m

$512

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 12/2

11:50 am-12:37 am

2 stops13h 47m

Fairbanks

Fri 12/4

1:42 am-9:46 am

1 stop7h 04m

$577

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 12/19

6:08 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 27m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/20

1:55 am-7:56 pm

2 stops17h 01m

$580

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Fri 12/25

6:30 am-12:35 am

2 stops19h 05m

Fairbanks

Sun 12/27

1:55 am-9:46 am

1 stop6h 51m

$581

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San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 2/15

7:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/21

12:16 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$695

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 11/25

5:32 pm-2:54 am

1 stop10h 22m

Fairbanks

Tue 12/1

3:59 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop28h 49m

$696

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO San Francisco - FAI Fairbanks

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sun 12/6

9:40 am-12:21 am

1 stop15h 41m

Fairbanks

Sat 12/12

5:45 am-9:48 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$696

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $458 to $795.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $512.

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 $391, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Fairbanks, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $465.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $610 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 $416 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 46% 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?

When to book flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Fairbanks according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best Price Found	$276
Fastest flight time	7h 09m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Fairbanks from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $276. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Fairbanks found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $503.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks takes 7h 09m

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. 7h 09m 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 November 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 86% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 14%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 13,138 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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