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Cheapest round-trip
$463
Typical prices: $483-$762
Alaska Airlines
Thu 2/1Mon 2/5
ABQ - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 42% 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 34m (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

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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11:38 am - 12:46 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
15h 08m2 stops Portland Anchorage
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6:35 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
19h 02m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$463Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:00 am - 3:09 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
11h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:36 am - 11:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
21h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$468Alaska Airlines
Sat, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 12
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4:11 pm - 2:38 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
12h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 3:19 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
30h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$468Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:33 pm - 1:02 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
22h 29m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:04 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
25h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$468Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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4:33 pm - 12:49 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
22h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:12 am - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
11h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$468Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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6:00 am - 3:09 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
11h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:07 pm - 11:52 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
29h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$468Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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4:33 pm - 12:49 pmABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
22h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:50 pm - 3:37 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
24h 47m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$472Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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12:26 pm - 12:37 amABQ  Albuquerque-FAI Fairbanks
14h 11m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 10:51 pmFAI  Fairbanks-ABQ Albuquerque
19h 09m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$479Delta
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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 $463, on Alaska Airlines.

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Key details for Albuquerque to Fairbanks flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$463
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

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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 34m 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 $463 to $1,253. 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) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% 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 34m 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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