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$340+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Fairbanks (SMF - 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — FAI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Cheapest in

April

Average price

$540

Round-trip from

$340
(Delta)
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/510:20 amSMF - FAI
2 stops16h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1012:12 pmFAI - SMF
1 stop21h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$733
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.
Thu 12/54:30 pmSMF - FAI
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Mon 12/91:20 amFAI - SMF
2 stops14h 13mDelta
Deal found 11/20$770

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SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/8

6:34 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 00m

Fairbanks

Mon 1/13

1:40 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 55m

$340

SacramentoFairbanks

SMF - FAI

SMFFAI

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/1

6:37 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Fairbanks

Fri 2/7

10:10 am-11:26 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$421

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Deals found on 11/20

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

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Fairbanks

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Fairbanks (average of $512). Flying from Sacramento to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $735). 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 SMF to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Fairbanks in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Alaska Airlines from Sacramento 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
9,461 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Fairbanks, with prices starting at $340. Another option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at $421 round trip. Delta is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Fairbanks (average of $512). Flying from Sacramento to Fairbanks in June is currently the most expensive (average of $735). 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 Sacramento to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$358Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$417Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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