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Cheapest round-trip
$496
Typical prices: $553-$690
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/6Tue 11/13
MCI - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$309
Typical prices: $286-$383
American Airlines
Fri 12/28
MCI - FAI • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kansas City and Fairbanks. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 40% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $495 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 10h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks (MCI-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Fairbanks

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:00 am - 9:37 pmMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
17h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:13 pm - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
8h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:00 am - 1:11 pmMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
9h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:00 am - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
15h 59m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$500Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:00 am - 2:48 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
23h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:10 am - 1:50 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
29h 40m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$502Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:00 am - 10:42 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
31h 42m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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10:09 am - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
34h 50m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$505Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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4:22 pm - 12:44 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
35h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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3:59 pm - 3:26 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
20h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$506Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:14 pm - 8:46 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
41h 32m2 stops Portland Anchorage
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4:06 pm - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
28h 53m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$506Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 12
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7:45 am - 12:45 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
20h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 5:07 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
12h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$507Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:45 am - 12:45 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
20h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:50 am - 12:17 amFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
19h 27m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$507Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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4:22 pm - 12:44 amMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
35h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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11:19 am - 3:26 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
25h 07m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$507Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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4:22 pm - 5:30 pmMCI  Kansas City-FAI Fairbanks
28h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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6:28 pm - 3:26 pmFAI  Fairbanks-MCI Kansas City
41h 58m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$507Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks typically range from $553 to $690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $496, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Fairbanks. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 171% higher.

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Key details for Kansas City to Fairbanks flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$309
Beat the crowds with an average 80% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 96% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kansas City to Fairbanks

When to book flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to Fairbanks?

    A nonstop flight from Kansas City to Fairbanks takes 00m, covering 2,733 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks range from $553 to $690, with an average of $622 over the past 12 months. Anything below $553 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City 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 $496 to $2,803. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kansas City to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $597, which is 70% 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
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • NextCar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    Connecting flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 98% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 66% on flights from Kansas City to Fairbanks. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $589 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,690, a difference of $1,101.

    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 Kansas City to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 38m, compared with 10h 28m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and Fairbanks?

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

Your guide to booking Kansas City 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 Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $589, about $1,101 less than Tuesday fares (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Fairbanks trip for May. Fares historically average $375 round-trip in that month - typically $331 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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