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Cheap flights from Richmond to Fairbanks (RIC - FAI) from $602

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Fairbanks (FAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Average price

$994

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$494
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Fairbanks. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Fairbanks from Richmond, Virginia. Users have commonly found prices around $884 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $651. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks (RIC - FAI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Richmond to Fairbanks

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Richmond and Fairbanks. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Richmond to Fairbanks. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 10/317:14 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops34h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/33:55 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops26h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$606
Thu 10/317:14 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops34h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/22:00 amFAI - RIC
2 stops40h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$611

Cheap Delta flights from Richmond to Fairbanks

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Richmond and Fairbanks. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Delta flights we've found from Richmond to Fairbanks. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sun 8/1112:50 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 28mDelta
Fri 8/2310:10 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops12h 33mDelta
Deal found 5/15$637
Tue 9/103:13 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops13h 13mDelta
Mon 9/161:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops15h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/15$737
Mon 8/1211:50 amRIC - FAI
2 stops16h 28mDelta
Fri 8/231:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/15$849
Thu 6/1312:25 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Wed 6/191:50 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$878
Thu 6/1312:25 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Thu 6/203:30 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/16$895

Cheap Richmond to Fairbanks flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Richmond to Fairbanks specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Richmond to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 6/106:31 amRIC - FAI
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/2411:44 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops18h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$850
Mon 6/106:31 amRIC - FAI
2 stops20h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/248:55 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops12h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$855
Thu 6/1312:25 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Wed 6/191:50 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$878
Thu 6/1312:25 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Thu 6/203:30 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/16$895
Mon 6/106:31 amRIC - FAI
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/2411:44 pmFAI - RIC
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$903
Thu 6/136:31 amRIC - FAI
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/2011:44 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops29h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$952
Mon 6/104:02 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops13h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2312:33 amFAI - RIC
2 stops14h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$989
Thu 6/136:31 amRIC - FAI
1 stop17h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/208:55 pmFAI - RIC
1 stop20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,042
Thu 6/1310:30 amRIC - FAI
3 stops16h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/208:55 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops12h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,167

Richmond to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Richmond to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 8/229:45 amRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 08mDelta
Sun 8/251:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/16$602
Thu 10/317:14 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops34h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/33:55 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops26h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/16$606
Thu 10/317:14 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops34h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/22:00 amFAI - RIC
2 stops40h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$611
Sun 8/1112:50 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 28mDelta
Thu 8/221:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops17h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/15$637
Tue 9/103:13 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops13h 13mDelta
Mon 9/161:30 amFAI - RIC
2 stops15h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/15$737
Thu 8/228:15 amRIC - FAI
1 stop18h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2611:50 pmFAI - RIC
2 stops16h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$755
Wed 7/3112:32 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops15h 46mDelta
Fri 8/21:45 amFAI - RIC
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Deal found 5/16$778
Thu 8/226:40 amRIC - FAI
1 stop17h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/269:10 pmFAI - RIC
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$808
Mon 8/128:15 pmRIC - FAI
2 stops30h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/2411:50 pmFAI - RIC
1 stop19h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$813

Find flights from Richmond to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Fairbanks that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/31

2 stops34h 31m

Fairbanks

Sun 11/3

2 stops26h 25m

$606

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/31

2 stops34h 31m

Fairbanks

Sat 11/2

2 stops40h 20m

$611

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/11

2 stops15h 28m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/23

2 stops12h 33m

$637

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/10

2 stops13h 13m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/16

2 stops15h 08m

$737

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops30h 27m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/24

1 stop19h 34m

$813

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops30h 27m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/24

2 stops17h 37m

$818

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops16h 28m

Fairbanks

Fri 8/23

2 stops17h 20m

$849

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/10

1 stop17h 17m

Fairbanks

Mon 6/24

2 stops18h 03m

$850

Richmond Byrd IntlFairbanks

RIC - FAI

RICFAI

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/10

2 stops13h 16m

Fairbanks

Sun 6/23

2 stops14h 56m

$989

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to Fairbanks by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to Fairbanks is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $768. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks (average of $494). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $810). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$510

February

$520

March

$669

April

$546

May

$605

June

$810

July

$795

August

$653

September

$574

October

$494

November

$539

December

$577

Temperature and rainfall in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

FAI

Temperature

-7.6 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Fairbanks

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fairbanks. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fairbanks. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Fairbanks to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $606, but on average you can expect to pay $983.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Alaska Airlines, at $606, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks?

    When booking a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does RIC to FAI mean?

    This is defined as Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) and Fairbanks Airport (FAI). Codes like Fairbanks Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Fairbanks that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond to Fairbanks flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Richmond to Fairbanks with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond to Fairbanks flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Fairbanks by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Fairbanks that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond to Fairbanks offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Richmond to Fairbanks?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond to Fairbanks flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to Fairbanks flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Fairbanks. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$563Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$596Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$756Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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