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$436+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Fairbanks (RDU - FAI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — FAI
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Fairbanks are usually found in May or September, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$436
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$858
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Fairbanks flight deals.
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From Raleigh-Durham to Fairbanks
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Fairbanks
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/258:00 amRDU - FAI
1 stop10h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/311:23 amFAI - RDU
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2512:40 pmRDU - FAI
2 stops15h 40mDelta
Tue 12/311:30 amFAI - RDU
2 stops17h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,578

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RaleighFairbanks

RDU - FAI

RDUFAI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

5:30 am-12:31 am

2 stops23h 01m

Fairbanks

Thu 2/6

1:36 am-9:27 pm

2 stops15h 51m

$436

RaleighFairbanks

RDU - FAI

RDUFAI

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/31

5:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop33h 33m

Fairbanks

Thu 2/6

1:42 am-4:25 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$489

RaleighFairbanks

RDU - FAI

RDUFAI

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/1

9:04 am-11:16 pm

2 stops18h 12m

Fairbanks

Fri 3/7

1:46 am-6:30 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$881

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Deals found on 12/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Fairbanks in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Raleigh-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Fairbanks

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Fairbanks

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Fairbanks in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 31% 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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Fairbanks, such as Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $436. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $489 and $881, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$392Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$398Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$505Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$664Average$840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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