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Cheapest round-trip
$478
Typical prices: $483-$762
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Wed 12/5Sat 12/8
ABQ - FAI • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 42% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $592 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks (ABQ-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albuquerque to Fairbanks

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:33 pm - 12:21 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:04 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
25h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$478Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 2:35 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
12h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:45 am - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
7h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$478Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 12:21 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:59 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
21h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$478Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:33 pm - 3:01 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
24h 28m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:05 am - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
27h 32m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$482Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 12:21 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 am - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
32h 37m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$482Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 12:21 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:00 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
23h 37m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$482Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 11:51 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
33h 18m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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2:00 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
23h 37m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$487Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:33 pm - 9:17 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
30h 44m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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2:00 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
23h 37m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$487Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:45 am - 12:37 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
18h 52m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 10:43 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
19h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$582Delta
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 13
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8:07 am - 12:42 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
18h 35m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:44 am - 10:45 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
19h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$668Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albuquerque to Fairbanks flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks typically range from $483 to $762. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $478, on Alaska Airlines.

Key details for Albuquerque to Fairbanks flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$478
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albuquerque to Fairbanks based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albuquerque to Fairbanks flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Albuquerque to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 07m and 9h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albuquerque to Fairbanks flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks range from $483 to $762, with an average of $602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $483 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Albuquerque to Fairbanks changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $478 to $1,481. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Fairbanks Airport (FAI)?

    Fairbanks Airport (FAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $106 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • NextCar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks usually depart from Albuquerque (ABQ) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks pass through?

    Connecting flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $550 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $791, a difference of $241.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albuquerque to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 07m, compared with 9h 31m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Albuquerque and Fairbanks?

    Fairbanks is 2 hours behind Albuquerque (Alaska Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Albuquerque to Fairbanks flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $550, about $241 less than Saturday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Fairbanks trip for November. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $499 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fairbanks Airport.

    • Pike's Waterfront Lodge
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
    • Golden North Inn

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