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Cheapest round-trip
$745
Typical prices: $583-$989
Delta
Tue 12/18Mon 12/24
SDF - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $547 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 10h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Fairbanks (SDF-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Fairbanks

Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
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1:04 pm - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$745Delta
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:05 am - 12:37 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
20h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$745Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 24
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12:50 pm - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$745Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
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1:04 pm - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$755Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 24
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10:13 am - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
18h 31m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$755Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 24
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12:50 pm - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$755Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
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1:04 pm - 12:44 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:55 am - 11:23 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$839Delta
Tue, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 20
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1:19 pm - 1:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:46 am - 11:42 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$883Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 20
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1:19 pm - 10:50 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
13h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:56 pm - 12:44 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
40h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$895Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19
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1:19 pm - 2:05 amSDF  Louisville Intl-FAI Fairbanks
16h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:41 am - 11:42 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SDF Louisville Intl
17h 01m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$939Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Fairbanks typically range from $583 to $989. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $745, on Delta.

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Key details for Louisville to Fairbanks flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$745
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Louisville to Fairbanks

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Your Louisville 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 Louisville to Fairbanks?

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

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Louisville to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 10h 33m and 10h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Fairbanks range from $583 to $989, with an average of $708 over the past 12 months. Anything below $583 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Louisville 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 $745 to $1,690. 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 Louisville to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Louisville to Fairbanks usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    Connecting flights from Louisville to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 29% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Louisville to Fairbanks. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,152, a difference of $720.

    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 Louisville to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 33m, compared with 10h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Louisville and Fairbanks?

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

Your guide to booking Louisville 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 Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $432, about $720 less than Sunday fares (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Fairbanks trip for September. Fares historically average $583 round-trip in that month - typically $636 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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