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Cheapest round-trip
$474
Typical prices: $542-$787
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/11Sun 11/18
PHL - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$243
Typical prices: $298-$487
Delta
Sun 12/9
PHL - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $596 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 10h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks (PHL-FAI)

 

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

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 12:21 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
21h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:04 pm - 5:40 amFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
13h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$474Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:11 pm - 2:35 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
12h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 5:40 amFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
18h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$474Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:02 am - 9:37 pmPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
18h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:30 am - 5:32 amFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
20h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$474Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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7:00 am - 12:21 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
21h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:59 pm - 5:40 amFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
9h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$474Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:32 am - 12:37 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
18h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 11:46 pmFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
18h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$485Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 12:37 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
22h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:42 am - 11:27 pmFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
17h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$485Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 12:45 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
21h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:50 am - 12:56 amFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
19h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$485Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 2:35 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
11h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:45 am - 9:27 pmFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
11h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$674American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 2:35 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
11h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:27 pmFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
11h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$674American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 2:35 amPHL  Philadelphia-FAI Fairbanks
11h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 9:27 pmFAI  Fairbanks-PHL Philadelphia
11h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$674American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to Fairbanks flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks typically range from $542 to $787. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $474, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Fairbanks. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 64% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Fairbanks?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Fairbanks at $442 round-trip.
•March ($898) and June ($822) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Philadelphia to Fairbanks flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$243
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Fairbanks

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Philadelphia to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 10h 22m and 11h 45m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks range from $542 to $787, with an average of $598 over the past 12 months. Anything below $542 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Philadelphia 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 $474 to $2,084. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $565, which is 60% 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 Philadelphia to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Philadelphia to Fairbanks. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $554 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $986, a difference of $432.

    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 Philadelphia to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 22m, compared with 10h 49m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 10h 56m via Portland (PDX).

  • What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Fairbanks?

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

Your guide to booking Philadelphia 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $554, about $432 less than Saturday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Fairbanks trip for January. Fares historically average $442 round-trip in that month - typically $456 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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