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$229+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — FAI
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Fairbanks

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Round-trip from

$423
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$229
(Delta)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$622
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 4/108:05 amSNA - FAI
1 stop7h 48mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/161:45 amFAI - SNA
1 stop8h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$423
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 7/244:00 pmSNA - FAI
1 stop9h 03mDelta
Sun 8/31:30 amFAI - SNA
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/13$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 7/31:56 pmSNA - FAI
1 stop30h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/711:44 pmFAI - SNA
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$684
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sat 4/57:10 amLGB - FAI
2 stops18h 09mDelta
Thu 4/101:40 amFAI - LGB
2 stops19h 05mDelta
Deal found 3/13$894
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 3/248:05 amSNA - FAI
1 stop12h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/3012:00 pmFAI - SNA
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$1,199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 3/258:45 amLGB - FAI
2 stops18h 30mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/2812:00 pmFAI - LGB
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$1,305

Find flights from Orange County to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 March 14, 2025.

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Orange County

Fly to

Fairbanks

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Depart

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Price

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/10

8:05 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Fairbanks

Wed 4/16

1:45 am-11:06 am

1 stop8h 21m

$423

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/24

4:00 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 03m

Fairbanks

Sun 8/3

1:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 41m

$457

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/3

1:56 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop30h 52m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/7

11:44 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 30m

$684

Long BeachFairbanks

LGB - FAI

LGBFAI

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 4/5

7:10 am-12:19 am

2 stops18h 09m

Fairbanks

Thu 4/10

1:40 am-9:45 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$894

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/24

8:05 am-7:59 pm

1 stop12h 54m

Fairbanks

Sun 3/30

12:00 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$1,199

Long BeachFairbanks

LGB - FAI

LGBFAI

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 3/25

8:45 am-2:15 am

2 stops18h 30m

Fairbanks

Fri 3/28

12:00 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,305

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/14

4:00 pm-12:03 am

1 stop9h 03m

$229

Santa AnaFairbanks

SNA - FAI

SNAFAI

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 7/14

12:42 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops11h 14m

$234

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Deals found on 3/13

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Travel insights for flights from Orange County to Fairbanks

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Orange County to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $730). 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 KFI to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 March 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Orange County 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 March 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Orange County to Fairbanks to help guide your decision. 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
9,741 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
9,741 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,741 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
7,944 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,741 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,741 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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
9,741 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Orange County 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 Orange County?

    Fairbanks (FAI) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Orange County to Fairbanks. It is only a 4.5 mi journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Fairbanks’s city center.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Fairbanks?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from Orange County to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $730). 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 Orange County to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$373Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$425Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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