Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Fairbanks?

Flights from Columbia to Fairbanks usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Fairbanks.

Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Fairbanks pass through?

Most connecting flights from Columbia to Fairbanks pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Columbia to Fairbanks. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $710 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $993, a difference of $283. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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.

Have flight prices from Columbia to Fairbanks changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $697 to $1,255. That means the highest observed fare was about 80% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 4 hours behind Columbia (Alaska Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Fairbanks range from $710 to $960, with an average of $791 over the past 12 months. Anything below $710 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Fairbanks typically range from $710 to $960. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $697, on Alaska Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Columbia to Fairbanks?

Alaska Airlines ($697) and American Airlines ($771) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Columbia to Fairbanks according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Columbia to Fairbanks?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $842. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Columbia to Fairbanks which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Columbia to Fairbanks layovers at 6h 44m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 12

12:50 pm - 11:17 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

26h 27m2 stops Philadelphia Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 11:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

27h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$697Alaska Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 12

12:50 pm - 11:17 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

26h 27m2 stops Philadelphia Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 11:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

51h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$702Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 22

4:53 pm - 9:45 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

32h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:50 am - 2:16 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

28h 26m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Charlotte Douglas

$771American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 6

8:00 am - 12:45 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

20h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 11:47 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

17h 57m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$810Delta

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14

10:44 am - 2:35 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

19h 51m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 11:31 amFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 32m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Philadelphia

$859Alaska Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 12

10:31 am - 1:35 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

19h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:59 pm - 11:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

51h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$864Alaska Airlines

Wed, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 22

2:59 pm - 12:15 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

13h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:30 am - 11:54 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

18h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$933Delta

Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 12

12:50 pm - 1:35 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

16h 45m2 stops Philadelphia Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:00 am - 11:39 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

35h 39m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$938Alaska Airlines

Thu, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 22

10:10 am - 12:15 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

18h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:30 am - 9:05 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

15h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$966Delta

Thu, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 21

10:10 am - 12:15 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-FAI Fairbanks

18h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:30 am - 11:54 pmFAI Fairbanks-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

18h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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How much is a round-trip flight from Columbia to Fairbanks? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Columbia to Fairbanks departing in january.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbia to Fairbanks?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Columbia to Fairbanks.
Do I need a passport to fly from Columbia 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 Columbia to Fairbanks flight?
Round-trip flights from Columbia to Fairbanks range from $710 to $960, with an average of $791 over the past 12 months. Anything below $710 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Columbia to Fairbanks changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $697 to $1,255. That means the highest observed fare was about 80% 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 starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Avis
• Alamo
• NextCar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Columbia to Fairbanks?
Flights from Columbia to Fairbanks usually depart from Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).
Which airports do connecting flights from Columbia to Fairbanks pass through?
Most connecting flights from Columbia to Fairbanks pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbia to Fairbanks?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Columbia to Fairbanks. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $710 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $993, a difference of $283.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Columbia and Fairbanks?
Fairbanks is 4 hours behind Columbia (Alaska Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $710, about $283 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Fairbanks trip for April. Fares historically average $600 round-trip in that month - typically $3,486 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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