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$277+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FAI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks are usually found in April or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$493
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$307
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$482

Good one-way deal

$344 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

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.
Wed 4/97:40 amORD - FAI
1 stop18h 52mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/1612:00 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop14h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$493
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 3/41:45 pmORD - FAI
2 stops13h 49mDelta
Mon 3/101:35 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/19$525
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:20 pmORD - FAI
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/205:05 amFAI - ORD
1 stop23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$609
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/164:15 pmORD - FAI
Nonstop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/2311:44 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$630
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/69:45 amORD - FAI
1 stop16h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/135:10 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$671

Find flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 21, 2025.

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ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

7:40 am-7:59 pm

1 stop15h 19m

Fairbanks

Mon 4/14

3:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop29h 06m

$494

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

1:45 pm-12:34 am

2 stops13h 49m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/10

1:35 am-1:24 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$525

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

8:20 pm-2:20 am

1 stop9h 00m

Fairbanks

Tue 5/20

5:05 am-7:42 am

1 stop23h 37m

$609

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

9:45 am-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

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 2/28

5:54 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops21h 08m

$277

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/8

1:35 pm-12:03 am

2 stops13h 28m

$289

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

10:00 am-11:36 pm

1 stop16h 36m

$339

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

4:15 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

$482

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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
9,706 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl?

    Fairbanks (FAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks. You should not have trouble finding flights to Fairbanks from Chicago O'Hare Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Fairbanks airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl. It is only a 4.5 mi journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Fairbanks’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $493. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $525 and $683, respectively. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $307. Users have also found prices from $339 and $414 on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

    On average you can expect to pay $481 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks. The cheapest flight overall is $344 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks) is currently priced at $493.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 21, 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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