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Cheapest round-trip
$439
Typical prices: $561-$871
Alaska Airlines
Mon 1/8Fri 1/12
ABQ - FAI • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$235
Typical prices: $227-$521
Delta
Thu 10/4
ABQ - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
April
Cheapest • 27% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $592 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 9h 38m (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

Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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11:39 am - 11:17 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
25h 38m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 3:31 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
29h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$439Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Thu, Feb 25
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2:50 pm - 10:50 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
34h 00m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:10 am - 11:13 amFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
28h 03m2 stops Anchorage Portland
$442Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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11:39 am - 10:21 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
24h 42m2 stops Portland Anchorage
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11:19 am - 3:31 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
26h 12m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$442Alaska Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 25
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4:11 pm - 8:28 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
30h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:10 am - 11:13 amFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
28h 03m2 stops Anchorage Portland
$452Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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11:39 am - 11:17 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
25h 38m2 stops Portland Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 3:31 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
29h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$454Alaska Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 25
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4:11 pm - 12:27 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
10h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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5:10 am - 11:13 amFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
28h 03m2 stops Anchorage Portland
$457Alaska Airlines
Tue, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 29
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8:31 am - 9:45 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
15h 14m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:50 am - 9:42 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
13h 52m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$504American Airlines
Tue, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 29
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2:08 pm - 2:38 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
14h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:50 am - 12:11 amFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
16h 21m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$504American Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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2:36 pm - 12:30 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
11h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:50 am - 10:32 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
18h 42m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$532Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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8:00 am - 12:30 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
18h 30m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:50 am - 10:32 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
18h 42m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$537Delta
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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 $561 to $871. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $439, on Alaska Airlines.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Fairbanks flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$235
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Albuquerque to Fairbanks

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 38m 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 $561 to $871, with an average of $713 over the past 12 months. Anything below $561 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 $439 to $2,384. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albuquerque to Fairbanks looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albuquerque to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $512, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Fairbanks Airport (FAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • 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 34% on flights from Albuquerque to Fairbanks. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $634 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $947, a difference of $313.

    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 38m 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $634, about $313 less than Monday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albuquerque to Fairbanks trip for April. Fares historically average $522 round-trip in that month - typically $425 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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
    • Sven's Basecamp Hostel

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