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$249+ Cheap flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis (FAI - MSP)

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 6/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAI — MSP
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fairbanks to Minneapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fairbanks (FAI) to Minneapolis (MSP). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$628
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$249
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$881

Good round-trip deal

$573 or less

Good one-way deal

$280 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 5/191:44 amFAI - MSP
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/297:00 amMSP - FAI
2 stops11h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$628
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/51:40 amFAI - MSP
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Sat 4/126:53 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/23$658

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis that are best for you.

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Fairbanks

Fly to

Minneapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Mon 5/19

1:44 am-1:21 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/29

7:00 am-3:28 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$628

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Sat 4/5

1:40 am-1:41 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/12

6:53 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 26m

$658

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Fri 6/20

4:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop11h 30m

$249

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Sat 8/9

11:23 pm-10:49 am

1 stop8h 26m

$251

FairbanksMinneapolis

FAI - MSP

FAIMSP

Fairbanks

Fri 6/20

10:05 pm-6:24 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$450

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Deals found on 3/24

Compare providers for flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis

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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis in March.
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 Fairbanks-Minneapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fairbanks-Minneapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fairbanks-Minneapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fairbanks-Minneapolis 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 Fairbanks-Minneapolis 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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FAI to MSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fairbanks to Minneapolis in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minneapolis ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minneapolis when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minneapolis by month

Plan your trip to Minneapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minneapolis, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minneapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,782 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis. 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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis round-trip from $628. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fairbanks to Minneapolis one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $249. United Airlines flights start at $251 while deals on Delta start at $450 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from Fairbanks to Minneapolis is $260. On average you can expect to pay $482. The most popular route, (Fairbanks - Minneapolis St Paul), can usually be booked for $609.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fairbanks to Minneapolis (average of $247). Flying from Fairbanks to Minneapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Fairbanks to Minneapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fairbanks to Minneapolis. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$466Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$478Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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