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$187+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FAI
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$382
(Delta)

One-way from

$187
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$367
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 8/135:22 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop6h 34mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/132:09 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/164:36 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Fri 6/2712:29 amFAI - SFO
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/16$382
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/219:09 pmSJC - FAI
2 stops14h 14mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/2612:50 amFAI - SJC
1 stop6h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$482
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 7/110:00 amSTS - FAI
2 stops17h 36mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/183:53 pmFAI - STS
2 stops21h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$491
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/212:31 pmOAK - FAI
2 stops21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/261:44 amFAI - OAK
1 stop21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$500
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:10 amSJC - FAI
2 stops13h 54mDelta
Sun 7/612:27 amFAI - SJC
2 stops15h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/17$522
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:00 amOAK - FAI
1 stop18h 34mDelta
Mon 7/712:27 amFAI - OAK
1 stop15h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/17$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 6/2912:20 amSFO - FAI
2 stops20h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/3011:20 pmFAI - SFO
1 stop11h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$943
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 11/224:40 pmSFO - FAI
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/297:00 amFAI - SFO
1 stop12h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$982
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/17:00 amSJC - FAI
1 stop13h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/411:23 pmFAI - SJC
1 stop12h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,126

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Fairbanks

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Mon 6/16

4:36 pm-12:04 am

1 stop8h 28m

Fairbanks

Sat 6/28

2:59 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 21m

$382

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

8:49 pm-2:36 am

1 stop6h 47m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/4

5:52 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$387

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Wed 5/21

9:09 pm-10:23 am

2 stops14h 14m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/26

12:50 am-8:46 am

1 stop6h 56m

$482

Santa RosaFairbanks

STS - FAI

STSFAI

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Tue 7/1

10:00 am-2:36 am

2 stops17h 36m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/18

3:53 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$491

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Wed 7/23

7:00 am-12:03 am

2 stops18h 03m

Fairbanks

Sun 7/27

12:27 am-4:52 pm

2 stops15h 25m

$497

OaklandFairbanks

OAK - FAI

OAKFAI

Oakland

Wed 5/21

2:31 pm-11:20 am

2 stops21h 49m

Fairbanks

Mon 5/26

1:44 am-11:46 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$500

OaklandFairbanks

OAK - FAI

OAKFAI

Oakland

Thu 7/3

6:00 am-11:34 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/7

12:27 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 03m

$552

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

12:20 am-7:50 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Fairbanks

Sat 8/30

11:20 pm-11:51 am

1 stop11h 31m

$943

San JoseFairbanks

SJC - FAI

SJCFAI

San Jose

Tue 7/1

7:00 am-7:51 pm

1 stop13h 51m

Fairbanks

Fri 7/4

11:23 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$1,126

San FranciscoFairbanks

SFO - FAI

SFOFAI

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

9:10 am-8:44 pm

1 stop12h 34m

Fairbanks

Mon 4/28

1:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

$1,171

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 XIH to FAI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area 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
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,380 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
9,887 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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 San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks, you will be flying into Fairbanks. Fairbanks (FAI) is just 4.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area 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 $187. Delta flights start at $189 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $338 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks are San Francisco - Fairbanks, San Jose - Fairbanks and Oakland - Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks (average of $517). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks in May is currently the most expensive (average of $724). 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Fairbanks

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$317Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$325Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$588Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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