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Cheapest round-trip
$683
Typical prices: $814-$914
Delta
Mon 1/29Wed 1/31
RIC - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 40% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $810 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 10h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Fairbanks (RIC-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Fairbanks

Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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7:16 am - 12:36 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
21h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:45 am - 10:00 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
16h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$683Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:46 pm - 12:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 12:05 amFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$683Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:58 pm - 12:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
15h 39m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 11:47 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 05m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$693Delta
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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7:16 am - 12:36 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
21h 20m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:45 am - 10:00 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
16h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$693Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:05 am - 12:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
20h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 11:50 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$703Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:05 am - 12:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
20h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 11:50 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$779Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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8:05 am - 12:37 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-FAI Fairbanks
20h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 11:50 pmFAI  Fairbanks-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 08m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$799Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Fairbanks typically range from $814 to $914. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $683, on Delta.

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Key details for Richmond to Fairbanks flights

Cheapest flight

$683
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Richmond to Fairbanks

When to book flights from Richmond to Fairbanks

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Your Richmond 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 Richmond to Fairbanks?

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

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 10h 23m and 10h 53m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Fairbanks range from $814 to $914, with an average of $866 over the past 12 months. Anything below $814 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $683 to $2,500. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 Richmond to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Richmond to Fairbanks usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    Connecting flights from Richmond to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 69% on flights from Richmond to Fairbanks. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $824 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,624, a difference of $1,800.

    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 Richmond to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 23m, compared with 10h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Fairbanks?

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

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $824, about $1,800 less than Thursday fares (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Fairbanks trip for March. Fares historically average $517 round-trip in that month - typically $2,107 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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