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$319+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — FAI
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 April 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$515
(Delta)

One-way from

$319
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$655
From Houston to Fairbanks
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 5/2311:27 amIAH - FAI
2 stops16h 01mDelta
Thu 5/291:45 amFAI - IAH
2 stops18h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/3$515
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/17:09 pmIAH - FAI
1 stop9h 41mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/83:51 pmFAI - IAH
1 stop29h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$592
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 5/16:00 amHOU - FAI
2 stops21h 06mDelta
Wed 5/71:45 amFAI - HOU
2 stops13h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/3$717
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/235:00 amHOU - FAI
2 stops23h 35mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/291:44 amFAI - HOU
2 stops13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$850
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 5/12:27 pmIAH - FAI
2 stops14h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/83:51 pmFAI - IAH
2 stops14h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,885

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Fairbanks that are best for you.

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HoustonFairbanks

IAH - FAI

IAHFAI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/23

11:27 am-12:28 am

2 stops16h 01m

Fairbanks

Thu 5/29

1:45 am-11:21 pm

2 stops18h 36m

$515

HoustonFairbanks

IAH - FAI

IAHFAI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/1

7:09 pm-1:50 am

1 stop9h 41m

Fairbanks

Thu 5/8

3:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop29h 08m

$592

HoustonFairbanks

HOU - FAI

HOUFAI

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-12:06 am

2 stops21h 06m

Fairbanks

Wed 5/7

1:45 am-5:57 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$717

HoustonFairbanks

HOU - FAI

HOUFAI

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/23

5:00 am-1:35 am

2 stops23h 35m

Fairbanks

Thu 5/29

1:44 am-6:01 pm

2 stops13h 17m

$850

HoustonFairbanks

IAH - FAI

IAHFAI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/1

2:27 pm-1:50 am

2 stops14h 23m

Fairbanks

Thu 5/8

3:51 pm-9:19 am

2 stops14h 28m

$1,885

HoustonFairbanks

IAH - FAI

IAHFAI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/13

5:50 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 39m

$319

HoustonFairbanks

HOU - FAI

HOUFAI

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/4

2:28 pm-1:35 am

2 stops14h 07m

$425

HoustonFairbanks

IAH - FAI

IAHFAI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/1

7:18 pm-2:40 am

1 stop10h 22m

$869

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Deals found on 4/4

Best time to book a flight from Houston to Fairbanks

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Fairbanks

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Houston to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 HOU to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 April 4, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Houston to Fairbanks by exploring options for tickets 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 April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Houston to Fairbanks by reading reviews from past customers. 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
9,839 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,839 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,839 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
7,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,839 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,349 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,839 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,839 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    Most people fly into Fairbanks (FAI) if they book a flight to Fairbanks from Houston. On average, Fairbanks has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 3 airlines. Fairbanks is conveniently located just 4.5 mi from Fairbanks’s city center.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $515. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $592 and $1,885, respectively. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Houston to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 Houston to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$499Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$509Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$579Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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