Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks pass through?

One-stop flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks most commonly connect through: • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 86% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections • Portland (PDX) - 2% of one-stop connections Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the St. Louis to Fairbanks route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $313. 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 long is a flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks takes 0h 00m, covering 2,890 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $457 to $1,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 46m, compared with 10h 52m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 11h 37m via Portland (PDX).

What is the time difference between St. Louis and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 3 hours behind St. Louis (Alaska Time vs Central 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 • Alamo • Avis • NextCar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Fairbanks flight?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks range from $401 to $664, with an average of $554 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Delta ($457) and Alaska Airlines ($484) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Fairbanks according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is the most popular layover for the St. Louis to Fairbanks route. 86% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SEA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Flights via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $455. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from St. Louis to Fairbanks which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for St. Louis to Fairbanks layovers at 289 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8

12:31 pm - 12:37 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

15h 06m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:47 am - 9:28 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

16h 41m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$457Delta

Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12

7:00 am - 9:06 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

29h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage

5:00 am - 11:59 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

15h 59m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$484Alaska Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 17

7:00 pm - 12:45 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

32h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 12:44 amFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

19h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$485Delta

Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 16

7:00 pm - 12:45 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

32h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 9:09 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

16h 19m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City

$485Delta

Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2

8:46 am - 12:30 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

18h 44m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:30 pm - 9:34 amFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

16h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$487Delta

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6

7:00 am - 10:50 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

18h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:10 am - 11:44 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

39h 34m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$488Alaska Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6

7:00 am - 2:38 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

22h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:04 pm - 11:44 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

25h 40m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$491Alaska Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 6

7:00 am - 10:30 amSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

30h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage

7:04 pm - 11:44 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

25h 40m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$493Alaska Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11

6:04 am - 1:02 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

9h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

2:18 am - 4:40 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

11h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$504Alaska Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11

6:04 am - 11:51 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks

20h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage

2:18 am - 4:40 pmFAI Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis

11h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$510Alaska Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks start at $457. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $401 to $664. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $457 on Delta.

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Low season	May
High season	January

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 110% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.

When to book flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis to Fairbanks based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Fairbanks?
Flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks pass through?
One-stop flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks most commonly connect through:

• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 86% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections
• Portland (PDX) - 2% of one-stop connections

Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the St. Louis to Fairbanks route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $385 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $313. 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 long is a flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks?
A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks takes 0h 00m, covering 2,890 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $457 to $1,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from St. Louis to Fairbanks?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 46m, compared with 10h 52m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 11h 37m via Portland (PDX).
What is the time difference between St. Louis and Fairbanks?
Fairbanks is 3 hours behind St. Louis (Alaska Time vs Central 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
• Alamo
• Avis
• NextCar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Fairbanks flight?
Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks range from $401 to $664, with an average of $554 over the past 12 months. Anything below $401 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $385 - about $313 less than Tuesday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Fairbanks trip for January. Fares historically average $385 round-trip in that month - typically $777 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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
- Sophie Station Suites

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