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Cheapest round-trip
$496
Typical prices: $386-$662
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Thu 12/13Mon 12/24
STL - FAI • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $455 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks (STL-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Fairbanks

Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:04 am - 1:02 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
9h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:12 am - 3:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:04 am - 1:02 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
9h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:12 am - 3:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:04 am - 9:55 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
18h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:12 am - 3:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:04 am - 1:02 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
9h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:12 am - 3:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 24
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6:04 am - 3:01 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
11h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:12 am - 3:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
12h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$496Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
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4:32 pm - 1:48 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
12h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:07 pm - 3:08 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
22h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$499Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:00 am - 1:11 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
10h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:36 am - 11:59 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$499Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 4
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4:32 pm - 1:48 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
12h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:00 pm - 3:08 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 08m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$499Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 5
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2:12 pm - 12:42 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
13h 30m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:44 am - 9:29 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
16h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$507Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 28
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6:00 am - 12:37 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-FAI Fairbanks
21h 37m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:28 pmFAI  Fairbanks-STL Lambert-St Louis
18h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$507Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks typically range from $386 to $662. 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 St. Louis to Fairbanks?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Fairbanks. It’s 34% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

Key details for St. Louis to Fairbanks flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$496
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks

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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Your St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Fairbanks?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks.

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from St. Louis to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 8h 46m and 13h 02m in total, depending on the connection.

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks range from $386 to $662, with an average of $576 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $496 to $1,163. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 averaging $106 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from St. Louis to Fairbanks. 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 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 21m 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.

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $385, about $313 less than Tuesday fares (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 $630 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

More options for your flight from St. Louis to Fairbanks

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