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$155+ Cheap flights from California to Fairbanks (FAI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FAI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 November 20, 2024.

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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/612:50 pmSFO - FAI
2 stops12h 25mDelta
Mon 12/91:20 amFAI - SFO
2 stops16h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/19$401
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/77:00 amSFO - FAI
2 stops29h 12mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1012:12 pmFAI - SFO
2 stops20h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$446
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/125:29 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop18h 43mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/155:00 amFAI - LAX
1 stop25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$464
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/121:15 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop12h 00mDelta
Sat 12/141:20 amFAI - LAX
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/20$526
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/243:58 pmRNO - FAI
2 stops16h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/63:56 pmFAI - RNO
2 stops21h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$544
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1911:06 amLAS - FAI
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Tue 12/241:30 amFAI - LAS
2 stops19h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/19$567
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/107:29 pmOAK - FAI
2 stops16h 43mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/155:00 amFAI - OAK
2 stops36h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$579
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1712:50 pmSNA - FAI
1 stop23h 00mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/232:20 amFAI - SNA
2 stops9h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$610
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/78:59 pmLAS - FAI
2 stops15h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/1412:12 pmFAI - LAS
1 stop9h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:43 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/67:00 amFAI - LAX
1 stop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$628
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:50 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop17h 22mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/105:00 amFAI - SAN
2 stops26h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$644
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/79:15 amSJC - FAI
2 stops16h 00mDelta
Tue 12/101:20 amFAI - SJC
2 stops20h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/20$657

Find flights from California to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

11:35 am-10:55 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Fairbanks

Thu 4/24

7:00 am-7:18 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$330

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/8

6:34 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 00m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/13

1:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 55m

$340

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

1:40 pm-12:34 am

2 stops11h 54m

Fairbanks

Sat 2/8

1:40 am-5:33 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$346

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

7:55 pm-9:00 am

1 stop14h 05m

Fairbanks

Sat 5/31

5:10 pm-6:05 am

1 stop11h 55m

$353

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS - FAI

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/24

8:20 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops17h 31m

Fairbanks

Tue 1/28

1:42 am-7:06 pm

2 stops16h 24m

$413

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 2/14

2:46 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Fairbanks

Tue 2/18

1:46 am-9:49 am

1 stop7h 03m

$416

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS - FAI

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/21

4:40 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 54m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/27

1:40 am-4:28 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$421

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 1/9

3:20 pm-12:34 am

1 stop10h 14m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/13

1:40 am-5:01 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$421

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/1

6:37 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Fairbanks

Fri 2/7

10:10 am-11:26 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$421

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/17

11:39 am-2:16 am

1 stop15h 37m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/20

3:56 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$433

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Best time to book a flight from California to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from California to Fairbanks

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Fairbanks including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Fairbanks?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fairbanks (average of $512). Flying from California to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $735). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Fairbanks. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

When flying from California to Fairbanks, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Fairbanks by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fairbanks ranges from 0.3 - 2.2 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.2 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Fairbanks when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Fairbanks by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fairbanks, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.6 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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from California to Fairbanks. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fairbanks from California?

    Fairbanks (FAI), located 4.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Fairbanks.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Fairbanks one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $155. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Fairbanks for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Fairbanks?

    While some choose either San Francisco - Fairbanks or Ontario - Fairbanks, Los Angeles - Fairbanks is the most popular route from California to Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Fairbanks?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Fairbanks (average of $512). Flying from California to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $735). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from California to Fairbanks

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$317Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$324Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$335Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$510Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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