$160+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks (SFO - 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from San Francisco to Fairbanks are usually found in January or September, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Fairbanks
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Round-trip from | $330 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $160 (Alaska Airlines) |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Fairbanks
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to FairbanksExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.
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.
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.
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.
Find flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks within your budget
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoFairbanks
SFO - FAI
SFOFAI
San Francisco
Wed 4/23
7:00 am-6:50 pm
1 stop12h 50m
Fairbanks
Wed 4/23
1:40 am-7:18 pm
1 stop16h 38m
San FranciscoFairbanks
SFO - FAI
SFOFAI
San Francisco
Fri 2/7
1:40 pm-12:34 am
2 stops11h 54m
Fairbanks
Sat 2/8
1:40 am-2:57 pm
2 stops12h 17m
San FranciscoFairbanks
SFO - FAI
SFOFAI
San Francisco
Sat 3/8
6:59 pm-1:59 am
1 stop8h 00m
Fairbanks
Tue 3/11
2:30 am-10:14 am
1 stop6h 44m
San FranciscoFairbanks
SFO - FAI
SFOFAI
San Francisco
Wed 12/11
9:00 am-1:48 am
2 stops17h 48m
San FranciscoFairbanks
SFO - FAI
SFOFAI
San Francisco
Sat 1/18
1:30 pm-12:34 am
1 stop12h 04m
Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Fairbanks in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Fairbanks flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Fairbanks flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Fairbanks flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Fairbanks
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fairbanks from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks (average of $512). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to FAI?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Fairbanks is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Fairbanks?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
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Top 3 airlines flying from San Francisco to Fairbanks
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 21, 2024.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$317 | Average$502 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$324 | Average$677 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$689 | Average$1,105 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |