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$244+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FAI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/162:20 pmSTL - FAI
2 stops26h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/63:56 pmFAI - STL
1 stop18h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$634
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/107:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop31h 12mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/133:57 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop28h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$700
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/263:23 pmORD - FAI
2 stops13h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/3012:25 amFAI - ORD
1 stop16h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$850
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/183:35 pmORD - FAI
2 stops11h 40mDelta
Tue 12/311:30 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/20$897
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/191:45 pmSTL - FAI
2 stops14h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/412:25 amFAI - STL
2 stops13h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$927
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 11/222:25 pmSTL - FAI
2 stops12h 45mDelta
Sat 11/231:15 amFAI - STL
2 stops13h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,093
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/229:30 amMDW - FAI
2 stops17h 50mDelta
Fri 1/31:30 amFAI - MDW
2 stops13h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,252

Find flights from Illinois to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/13

2:49 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Fairbanks

Sat 1/18

3:56 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$470

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

3:35 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Fairbanks

Tue 1/28

7:59 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$488

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/20

2:13 pm-12:34 am

2 stops13h 21m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/24

1:40 am-10:12 pm

2 stops17h 32m

$506

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

2:10 pm-12:34 am

1 stop13h 24m

Fairbanks

Sun 1/19

1:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$533

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/19

1:40 pm-2:16 am

2 stops15h 36m

Fairbanks

Thu 1/23

1:42 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$575

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/24

1:26 pm-12:34 am

2 stops14h 08m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/27

1:40 am-5:47 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$628

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

9:55 am-7:58 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Fairbanks

Fri 2/21

1:46 am-7:43 pm

1 stop14h 57m

$703

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

4:15 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

Fairbanks

Sat 5/24

8:59 pm-5:57 am

Nonstop5h 58m

$746

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/15

7:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$244

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

2:10 pm-12:15 am

1 stop13h 05m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Fairbanks

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Fairbanks as you normally would.

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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from Illinois to Fairbanks have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Fairbanks (FAI), located 4.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Fairbanks.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Fairbanks one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $244. Delta flights start at $267 while deals on American Airlines start at $411 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Fairbanks?

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Fairbanks or Dubuque - Fairbanks, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks is the most popular route from Illinois to Fairbanks.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fairbanks?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Illinois to Fairbanks? While on average our users pay $763, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $341. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks), is priced around $488.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$348Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$423Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$642Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$719Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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