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Cheapest round-trip
$418
Typical prices: $434-$701
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/28Sun 11/4
SLC - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$249
Typical prices: $260-$408
Delta
Sun 1/28
SLC - FAI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Salt Lake City and Fairbanks. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 42% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $551 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 10h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks (SLC-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:42 am - 12:53 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
29h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 1:24 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
19h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
3:34 pm - 12:45 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
11h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:50 am - 4:43 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 53m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 1:37 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
13h 22m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:07 pm - 10:31 amFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
16h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$424Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
1:26 pm - 12:45 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
13h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:50 am - 4:20 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$424Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
3:35 pm - 12:45 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
11h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:50 am - 10:32 amFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$424Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
11:37 am - 12:45 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
15h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:50 am - 4:20 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$429Delta
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:39 pm - 9:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
8h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:50 am - 10:22 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
14h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$438Alaska Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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1:55 pm - 9:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
9h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 7:52 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
12h 52m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$442Alaska Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 6
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11:12 am - 9:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
12h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:22 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
15h 22m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$442Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 1:37 amSLC  Salt Lake City-FAI Fairbanks
15h 18m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:17 am - 6:34 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SLC Salt Lake City
15h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$711American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Fairbanks flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks typically range from $434 to $701. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $418, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 347% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks at $357 round-trip.
•March ($966) and June ($726) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 170% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Salt Lake City to Fairbanks flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$249
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks

When to book flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks takes 00m, covering 2,178 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Fairbanks flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks range from $434 to $701, with an average of $611 over the past 12 months. Anything below $434 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $551 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $689 for nonstop.

  • Have flight prices from Salt Lake City 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 $418 to $1,559. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $436, which is 36% 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
    • Alamo
    • Avis
    • NextCar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks pass through?

    Connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 99% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 83% on flights from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,736, a difference of $2,269.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Salt Lake City to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 19m, compared with 10h 22m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and Fairbanks?

    Fairbanks is 2 hours behind Salt Lake City (Alaska Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $467, about $2,269 less than Sunday fares (83% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Fairbanks trip for January. Fares historically average $357 round-trip in that month - typically $609 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $551 round-trip on this route - about $139 less than direct flights (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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