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

Delta and Alaska 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 December 2025, 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.

$149 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks in 2025/26

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 $332 to $649. The lowest price recently found on this route was $292.

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4:46 pm - 11:56 pm

SFO

FAI

8h 10m1 stop

8:00 am - 3:50 pm

FAI

SFO

6h 50m1 stop

$292Alaska Airlines

sáb., ene. 17 - dom., ene. 18

6:00 am - 12:56 pm

SFO

FAI

7h 56m1 stop

5:51 am - 8:12 pm

FAI

SFO

13h 21m1 stop

$295Alaska Airlines

dom., ene. 18 - dom., ene. 25

9:00 am - 7:30 pm

SFO

FAI

11h 30m1 stop

8:00 am - 3:50 pm

FAI

SFO

6h 50m1 stop

$296Alaska Airlines

dom., ene. 18 - mar., ene. 27

6:00 am - 12:25 am

SFO

FAI

19h 25m1 stop

1:30 am - 5:49 pm

FAI

SFO

15h 19m1 stop

$297Delta

sáb., ene. 17 - vie., ene. 23

6:00 am - 12:56 pm

SFO

FAI

7h 56m1 stop

10:46 pm - 12:23 pm

FAI

SFO

12h 37m2 stops

$299Alaska Airlines

dom., ene. 18 - dom., ene. 25

6:00 am - 12:56 pm

SFO

FAI

7h 56m1 stop

8:30 am - 7:43 pm

FAI

SFO

10h 13m2 stops

$300Alaska Airlines

dom., ene. 18 - mar., ene. 27

5:43 pm - 11:21 am

SFO

FAI

18h 38m2 stops

10:29 pm - 9:20 am

FAI

SFO

9h 51m2 stops

$301Alaska Airlines

mar., mar. 24 - mié., mar. 25

6:00 am - 12:56 pm

SFO

FAI

7h 56m1 stop

5:51 am - 4:22 pm

FAI

SFO

9h 31m2 stops

$302Alaska Airlines

dom., ene. 18 - sáb., ene. 24

7:57 am - 7:30 pm

SFO

FAI

12h 33m2 stops

8:00 am - 5:59 pm

FAI

SFO

8h 59m1 stop

$303Alaska Airlines

lun., ene. 19 - sáb., ene. 24

12:00 pm - 12:08 am

SFO

FAI

13h 08m2 stops

10:29 pm - 10:31 am

FAI

SFO

11h 02m2 stops

$306Alaska Airlines

sáb., mar. 21 - lun., mar. 30

Delta flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Fairbanks flight tickets

Delta

Mar 21

SFO6:05 amSan Francisco

19h 07m

1 stop

FAI12:12 amFairbanks

Mar 24

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

7h 20m

1 stop

SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$320

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Delta

Jan 17

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

12h 25m

2 stops

FAI12:25 amFairbanks

Jan 20

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

7h 05m

1 stop

SFO9:35 amSan Francisco

$324

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Delta

Jan 17

SFO5:55 amSan Francisco

19h 30m

2 stops

FAI12:25 amFairbanks

Jan 21

FAI1:30 amFairbanks

16h 53m

1 stop

SFO7:23 pmSan Francisco

$325

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

Alaska Airlines

Jan 17

SFO4:46 pmSan Francisco

8h 10m

1 stop

FAI11:56 pmFairbanks

Jan 18

FAI8:00 amFairbanks

6h 50m

1 stop

SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

$292

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Alaska Airlines

Jan 18

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

7h 56m

1 stop

FAI12:56 pmFairbanks

Jan 25

FAI5:51 amFairbanks

13h 21m

1 stop

SFO8:12 pmSan Francisco

$295

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Alaska Airlines

Jan 18

SFO9:00 amSan Francisco

11h 30m

1 stop

FAI7:30 pmFairbanks

Jan 24

FAI11:05 amFairbanks

8h 07m

1 stop

SFO8:12 pmSan Francisco

$296

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San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

sáb. 1/17

4:46 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Fairbanks

dom. 1/18

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$292

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Fairbanks

dom. 1/25

5:51 am-8:12 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$295

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

9:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Fairbanks

mar. 1/27

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$296

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

sáb. 1/17

6:00 am-12:25 am

1 stop19h 25m

Fairbanks

vie. 1/23

1:30 am-5:49 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$297

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Fairbanks

dom. 1/25

10:46 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops12h 37m

$299

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Fairbanks

mar. 1/27

8:30 am-7:43 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$300

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

mar. 3/24

5:43 pm-11:21 am

2 stops18h 38m

Fairbanks

mié. 3/25

10:29 pm-9:20 am

2 stops9h 51m

$301

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Fairbanks

sáb. 1/24

5:51 am-4:22 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$302

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

lun. 1/19

7:57 am-7:30 pm

2 stops12h 33m

Fairbanks

sáb. 1/24

8:00 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$303

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

sáb. 3/21

12:00 pm-12:08 am

2 stops13h 08m

Fairbanks

lun. 3/30

10:29 pm-10:31 am

2 stops11h 02m

$306

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $367, 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 $394.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Fairbanks is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $551. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $688. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Fairbanks.

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 $492 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.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Fairbanks flights are approximately 20% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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Fastest flight time	7h 04m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks takes 7h 04m

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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How far is San Francisco to Fairbanks by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks will travel around 2131.0 mi. 7h 04m 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 December 2025, 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 $257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,017 reviews		Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $297	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,552 reviews		Search Alaska Airlines flights

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