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$169+ Cheap flights from California to Fairbanks (FAI)

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LAX — FAI
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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 December 22, 2024.

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$340
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$170
(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 December 22, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/3012:28 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops13h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/73:56 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops22h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$664
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/231:05 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop12h 15mDelta
Fri 1/241:36 amFAI - SFO
1 stop13h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/21$732
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/234:40 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/257:59 pmFAI - SFO
2 stops12h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$735
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/303:27 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop9h 53mDelta
Mon 1/61:36 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/20$871
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/241:50 pmRNO - FAI
2 stops11h 30mDelta
Sun 1/51:36 amFAI - RNO
2 stops15h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,040
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/303:00 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop10h 59mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/39:27 pmFAI - LAX
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,105
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/268:52 pmONT - FAI
1 stop28h 05mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/22:20 amFAI - ONT
1 stop9h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,114
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:30 pmLAX - FAI
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/37:00 amFAI - LAX
1 stop14h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,143
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/233:24 pmRNO - FAI
1 stop10h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/53:50 pmFAI - RNO
1 stop6h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/214:40 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/277:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop12h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:59 pmSMF - FAI
2 stops13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/2712:25 amFAI - SMF
2 stops10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,202
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/303:35 pmOAK - FAI
1 stop9h 22mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/22:20 amFAI - OAK
1 stop20h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,210

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 December 22, 2024.

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Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Thu 1/30

7:00 am-12:31 am

1 stop18h 31m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/9

1:36 am-2:33 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$336

OntarioFairbanks

ONT - FAI

ONTFAI

Ontario

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-12:31 am

1 stop19h 31m

Fairbanks

Sat 2/8

1:36 am-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$336

Los AngelesFairbanks

LAX - FAI

LAXFAI

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

7:50 pm-12:16 am

1 stop29h 26m

Fairbanks

Wed 3/12

8:58 pm-7:13 am

1 stop9h 15m

$337

OntarioFairbanks

ONT - FAI

ONTFAI

Ontario

Wed 1/22

11:33 am-10:58 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/25

1:42 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 56m

$340

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Thu 2/6

2:25 pm-12:31 am

1 stop11h 06m

Fairbanks

Sat 2/8

1:36 am-1:43 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$340

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Thu 2/6

5:19 pm-2:16 am

1 stop9h 57m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/9

7:59 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops15h 16m

$343

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

4:32 pm-12:51 pm

1 stop21h 19m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/20

9:55 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops14h 52m

$369

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Fri 1/17

1:30 pm-12:31 am

1 stop12h 01m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/20

1:36 am-5:33 pm

2 stops14h 57m

$374

OaklandFairbanks

OAK - FAI

OAKFAI

Oakland

Wed 1/22

10:41 am-3:00 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Fairbanks

Sun 1/26

11:30 am-8:49 am

2 stops20h 19m

$376

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Fri 1/24

6:15 am-6:59 pm

2 stops13h 44m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/25

5:00 am-10:33 pm

2 stops16h 33m

$382

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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 December 22, 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 December 22, 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
9,537 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

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 $170. 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 Los Angeles - Fairbanks or San Francisco - Fairbanks, San Diego - 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$309Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$317Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$325Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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