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Cheapest round-trip
$507
Typical prices: $741-$1,345
Delta
Fri 1/12Fri 1/19
TYS - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
August
Cheapest • 12% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $695 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 9h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks (TYS-FAI)

 

Cheap flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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11:30 am - 12:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
16h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 11:46 pmFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
18h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$507Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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11:30 am - 12:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
16h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 11:46 pmFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
18h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$543Delta
Wed, Feb 10 - Fri, Feb 26
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12:00 pm - 12:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
16h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 8:40 pmFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
15h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$543Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 12:15 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
16h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 11:46 pmFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
18h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$687Delta
Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 15
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2:52 pm - 2:38 amTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
15h 46m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 11:55 pmFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 05m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$743American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:08 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
13h 08m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:06 pm - 11:05 amFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 59m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$783American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:30 am - 9:36 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
18h 06m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:06 pm - 10:23 amFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
14h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Charlotte Douglas
$783American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:30 pm - 1:11 pmTYS  Knoxville McGhee Tyson-FAI Fairbanks
45h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:07 pm - 10:55 amFAI  Fairbanks-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson
38h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$973Alaska Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Knoxville to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks typically range from $741 to $1,345. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $507, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Knoxville to Fairbanks. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

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Key details for Knoxville to Fairbanks flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$507
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks

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Your Knoxville 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 Knoxville to Fairbanks?

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

  • How long is a flight from Knoxville to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Knoxville to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 21m and 10h 27m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks range from $741 to $1,345, with an average of $838 over the past 12 months. Anything below $741 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Knoxville 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 $507 to $2,606. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 Knoxville to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks usually depart from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    Connecting flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Knoxville to Fairbanks. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $682 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,345, a difference of $663.

    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 Knoxville to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 21m, compared with 10h 27m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Knoxville and Fairbanks?

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

Your guide to booking Knoxville 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 $682, about $663 less than Saturday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Knoxville to Fairbanks trip for August. Fares historically average $741 round-trip in that month - typically $660 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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