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Cheapest round-trip
$469
Typical prices: $466-$663
Alaska Airlines
Thu 12/6Tue 12/11
AUS - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$228
Typical prices: $218-$453
Alaska Airlines
Thu 12/6
AUS - FAI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Austin and Fairbanks. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $522 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 10h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Fairbanks (AUS-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Fairbanks

Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:09 pm - 2:35 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
10h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
13h 59m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Portland
$469Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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6:00 am - 9:54 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
18h 54m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:20 pm - 6:00 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
22h 40m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$490Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:30 am - 2:35 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
21h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 11:14 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
13h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$492Alaska Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 17
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7:18 am - 3:01 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
10h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:35 pm - 2:27 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
16h 52m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$494Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:06 pm - 12:37 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
9h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 1:33 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Delta
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
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11:00 am - 12:37 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
16h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:42 am - 1:30 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
8h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:05 am - 12:37 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
16h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 5:14 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
12h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Delta
Tue, Mar 23 - Tue, Mar 30
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11:28 am - 9:45 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
13h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:18 am - 6:32 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
14h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$714American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 16
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8:30 am - 12:21 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
18h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:45 am - 11:14 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
14h 29m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$736American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:30 am - 12:21 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-FAI Fairbanks
18h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:45 am - 6:06 pmFAI  Fairbanks-AUS Austin Bergstrom
9h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$736American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Austin to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from Austin to Fairbanks typically range from $466 to $663. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $469, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Fairbanks?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Fairbanks. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Fairbanks?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Fairbanks at $386 round-trip.
•February ($893) and September ($675) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 131% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Austin to Fairbanks flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$228
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Austin to Fairbanks

When to book flights from Austin to Fairbanks

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin to Fairbanks?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Austin to Fairbanks?

    A nonstop flight from Austin to Fairbanks takes 00m, covering 3,198 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Austin 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 Austin to Fairbanks flight?

    Round-trip flights from Austin to Fairbanks range from $466 to $663, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $466 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Austin 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 $469 to $2,058. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Austin to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $378, which is 31% 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 averaging $106 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Austin to Fairbanks usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    One-stop flights from Austin to Fairbanks most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 96% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Austin to Fairbanks. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $435 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $161.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 17m, compared with 10h 30m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 14h 06m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Austin and Fairbanks?

    Fairbanks is 3 hours behind Austin (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Austin 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $435, about $161 less than Monday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Austin to Fairbanks trip for August. Fares historically average $386 round-trip in that month - typically $507 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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