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$237+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fairbanks (FAI)

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ORD — FAI
Jan 19 — Jan 261
Sun 1/19
Sun 1/26
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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 January 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$471
(Expedia)

One-way from

$237
(Alaska Airlines)
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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 January 14, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/102:49 pmSTL - FAI
1 stop11h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/178:58 pmFAI - STL
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$471
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/47:45 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/1112:05 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$473
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/42:25 pmORD - FAI
1 stop13h 06mDelta
Mon 2/101:36 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/13$476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 8/181:30 pmSTL - FAI
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2611:44 pmFAI - STL
2 stops12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/13$476
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 8/1811:51 amSTL - FAI
2 stops15h 04mDelta
Mon 8/251:30 amFAI - STL
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Deal found 1/13$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/41:26 pmMDW - FAI
2 stops14h 05mDelta
Mon 2/101:36 amFAI - MDW
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/13$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 2/811:41 amSTL - FAI
2 stops17h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/127:00 amFAI - STL
1 stop13h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 7/121:46 pmORD - FAI
1 stop14h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/195:10 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$666
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 8/214:15 pmORD - FAI
Nonstop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/308:59 pmFAI - ORD
Nonstop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/14$690
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Fri 2/286:40 amMDW - FAI
2 stops22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/76:15 amFAI - MDW
2 stops15h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,059
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/286:48 amCMI - FAI
2 stops22h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/311:42 amFAI - CMI
2 stops15h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/13$3,017

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2025.

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St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/10

2:49 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/17

8:58 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops14h 27m

$471

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

7:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Fairbanks

Tue 2/11

12:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$473

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

2:25 pm-12:31 am

1 stop13h 06m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/10

1:36 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$476

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/8

11:04 am-12:31 am

2 stops16h 27m

Fairbanks

Tue 2/11

1:36 am-6:01 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$492

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/4

1:26 pm-12:31 am

2 stops14h 05m

Fairbanks

Mon 2/10

1:36 am-5:43 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$512

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/8

11:41 am-2:16 am

2 stops17h 35m

Fairbanks

Wed 2/12

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$576

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

1:46 pm-12:50 am

1 stop14h 04m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/19

5:10 pm-7:00 am

1 stop10h 50m

$666

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

$690

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/9

6:30 am-7:39 pm

2 stops16h 09m

Fairbanks

Fri 6/20

11:44 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops20h 01m

$1,042

ChicagoFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/28

6:40 am-2:22 am

2 stops22h 42m

Fairbanks

Fri 3/7

6:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops15h 02m

$1,059

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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 January 14, 2025.

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 January 14, 2025.
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
9,672 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
9,672 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,672 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
8,508 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,672 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,672 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
9,672 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 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 $237. Delta flights start at $256 while deals on American Airlines start at $329 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Fairbanks or Chicago Midway - 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 $481, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $344. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks), is priced around $473.

  • 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 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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