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$261+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks (DTW - 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — FAI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$533
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$261
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$509
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit 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.
Fri 3/74:49 pmDTW - FAI
2 stops25h 31mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/105:08 amFAI - DTW
2 stops30h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$533
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.
Sun 7/136:20 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop9h 43mDelta
Sun 7/203:10 pmFAI - DTW
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/20$593
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.
Fri 3/74:49 pmDTW - FAI
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/91:46 amFAI - DTW
2 stops13h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$803

Find flights from Detroit to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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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DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

4:49 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 31m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/10

5:08 am-3:53 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$533

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/13

6:20 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 43m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/20

3:10 pm-5:09 am

1 stop9h 59m

$593

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

4:49 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/9

1:46 am-6:59 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$803

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/11

6:20 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 43m

$261

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

1:56 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$316

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/21

4:49 pm-2:22 am

1 stop13h 33m

$322

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Deals found on 1/20

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit 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
AranGrantPrice 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Fairbanks

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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.
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

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 Detroit to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $533. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $593 and $803, respectively. Alaska Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $261 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $316 and Alaska Airlines from $322 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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$437Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$467Average$669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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