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$174+ 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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FAI
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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dom. 2/2
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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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$342
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(Alaska Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from California to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 9/231:50 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop20h 10mAlaska Airlines
vie. 9/263:45 pmFAI - SFO
1 stop15h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
vie. 7/256:05 amSFO - FAI
1 stop9h 08mDelta
dom. 8/312:55 amFAI - SFO
1 stop10h 34mDelta
Deal found 1/21$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
vie. 4/257:59 pmLAX - FAI
2 stops11h 38mAlaska Airlines
mié. 4/305:10 amFAI - LAX
2 stops10h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$366
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/58:28 amLAX - FAI
2 stops18h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom. 2/99:55 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
jue. 6/265:30 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop7h 33mDelta
lun. 7/73:10 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/20$397
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/17:00 amLAX - FAI
1 stop13h 42mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/3111:44 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop10h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 3/103:03 pmLAS - FAI
1 stop10h 21mDelta
mié. 3/121:35 amFAI - LAS
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 1/21$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
sáb. 3/811:20 amSAN - FAI
1 stop13h 05mDelta
dom. 3/91:35 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 1/19$424
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 8/282:30 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops9h 25mAlaska Airlines
vie. 9/53:45 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 5/224:00 pmSNA - FAI
1 stop9h 05mDelta
dom. 5/251:30 amFAI - SNA
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Deal found 1/21$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
mar. 3/118:58 amSJC - FAI
2 stops16h 26mDelta
lun. 3/171:35 amFAI - SJC
2 stops19h 44mDelta
Deal found 1/19$450
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
mar. 3/113:06 pmSJC - FAI
1 stop12h 16mAlaska Airlines
mar. 3/188:58 pmFAI - SJC
2 stops11h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$455

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

lun. 2/10

4:32 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Fairbanks

mar. 2/11

7:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$342

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

lun. 2/10

6:10 am-12:31 am

1 stop19h 21m

Fairbanks

sáb. 2/15

1:39 am-12:19 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$347

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

vie. 4/25

7:59 pm-6:37 am

2 stops11h 38m

Fairbanks

mié. 4/30

5:10 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$366

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

mié. 2/5

8:28 am-2:16 am

2 stops18h 48m

Fairbanks

dom. 2/9

9:55 pm-7:13 am

1 stop8h 18m

$384

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

jue. 6/26

5:30 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 33m

Fairbanks

lun. 7/7

3:10 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

$397

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

jue. 5/1

7:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 42m

Fairbanks

sáb. 5/31

11:44 pm-11:43 am

1 stop10h 59m

$414

Las VegasFairbanks

LAS - FAI

LASFAI

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 3/10

3:03 pm-12:24 am

1 stop10h 21m

Fairbanks

mié. 3/12

1:35 am-9:46 am

1 stop7h 11m

$424

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

sáb. 3/8

11:20 am-11:25 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Fairbanks

dom. 3/9

1:35 am-10:09 am

1 stop7h 34m

$424

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

jue. 4/3

3:55 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Fairbanks

sáb. 4/12

9:58 am-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$437

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

mié. 2/5

10:55 am-10:58 pm

2 stops13h 03m

Fairbanks

mar. 2/11

10:10 am-8:48 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$437

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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 $517). Flying from California to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $731). 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 enero 21, 2025.

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 enero 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta 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
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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 $174. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United 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 Los Angeles - Fairbanks or San Jose - Fairbanks, San Francisco - 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 $517). Flying from California to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $731). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$309Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$319Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$325Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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