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$283+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FAI
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Fairbanks are usually found in October or January, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$505
(Delta)

One-way from

$414
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$452
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

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.
Mon 3/32:10 pmORD - FAI
1 stop13h 24mDelta
Mon 3/101:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/19$505
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.
Tue 2/185:54 pmORD - FAI
1 stop21h 36mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/256:15 amFAI - ORD
1 stop14h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$522
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.
Tue 3/41:26 pmMDW - FAI
2 stops14h 08mDelta
Mon 3/101:35 amFAI - MDW
2 stops13h 43mDelta
Deal found 1/19$554
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/11:46 pmORD - FAI
1 stop12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/135:10 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$671
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.
Sun 5/114:09 pmORD - FAI
Nonstop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/248:59 pmFAI - ORD
Nonstop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$700
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:50 amORD - FAI
2 stops16h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/231:46 amFAI - ORD
2 stops19h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$885
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:40 amMDW - FAI
2 stops16h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/246:15 amFAI - MDW
2 stops15h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$885

Find flights from Chicago to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 January 20, 2025.

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ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

7:40 am-11:32 pm

1 stop18h 52m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/16

12:00 pm-5:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

$493

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

2:10 pm-12:34 am

1 stop13h 24m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/10

1:35 am-1:24 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$505

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

1:26 pm-12:34 am

2 stops14h 08m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/10

1:35 am-6:18 pm

2 stops13h 43m

$554

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

1:46 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop12h 09m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/13

5:10 pm-7:00 am

1 stop10h 50m

$671

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

4:09 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

Fairbanks

Sat 5/24

8:59 pm-5:57 am

Nonstop5h 58m

$700

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/14

6:50 am-7:58 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Fairbanks

Sun 2/23

1:46 am-12:44 am

2 stops19h 58m

$885

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/14

6:40 am-7:58 pm

2 stops16h 18m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/24

6:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops15h 02m

$885

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

8:55 am-12:05 am

2 stops18h 10m

$283

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/26

1:00 pm-12:03 am

2 stops14h 03m

$289

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

12:45 am-11:27 am

1 stop13h 42m

$337

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Fairbanks in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Fairbanks flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Fairbanks

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 January 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Alaska Airlines from Chicago to Fairbanks by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,696 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Located just 4.5 mi from the city center, Fairbanks is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fairbanks from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Fairbanks (FAI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Fairbanks is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $505 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $522 and $677 round-trip. Delta is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Fairbanks?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $344. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks) can be booked for $517 on average our data indicates $481 when flying from Chicago to Fairbanks.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$318Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$424Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$642Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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