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Cheapest round-trip
$506
Typical prices: $569-$844
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/23Fri 1/26
SAT - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$259
Typical prices: $367-$408
Delta
Fri 5/4
SAT - FAI • 2 stops
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 38% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $478 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 10h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks (SAT-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Fairbanks

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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5:08 pm - 1:09 pmSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
23h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:12 am - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
10h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$506Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 1:45 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
11h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:15 pm - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
17h 43m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$510Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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5:08 pm - 12:46 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
34h 38m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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2:12 am - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
10h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$511Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 5:35 pmSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
27h 27m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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7:15 pm - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
17h 43m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$515Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:29 pm - 12:37 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
13h 08m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 5:38 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
12h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$517Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:45 am - 12:37 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
19h 52m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:42 am - 12:28 amFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
19h 46m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$517Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 1:09 pmSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
23h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:07 pm - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
22h 51m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$571Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 3:01 pmSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
24h 53m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:50 pm - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
24h 08m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$575Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
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5:08 pm - 12:46 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
34h 38m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Anchorage
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5:07 am - 3:58 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
31h 51m2 stops Anchorage Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$580Alaska Airlines
Sun, May 9 - Tue, May 25
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8:00 am - 12:15 amSAT  San Antonio-FAI Fairbanks
19h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 12:45 amFAI  Fairbanks-SAT San Antonio
20h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$605Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks typically range from $569 to $844. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $506, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Fairbanks. It’s 46% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

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Key details for San Antonio to Fairbanks flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$259
Beat the crowds with an average 78% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Antonio to Fairbanks

When to book flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Antonio to Fairbanks?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Antonio to Fairbanks. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 02m and 10h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks range from $569 to $844, with an average of $739 over the past 12 months. Anything below $569 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Antonio 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 $506 to $3,328. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Fairbanks are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $411, which is 11% 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 averaging $106 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Antonio to Fairbanks?

    Flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

    Connecting flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks most commonly pass through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from San Antonio to Fairbanks. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $402 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,146, a difference of $744.

    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 San Antonio to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 02m, compared with 10h 59m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between San Antonio and Fairbanks?

    Fairbanks is 3 hours behind San Antonio (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Antonio 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $402, about $744 less than Friday fares (65% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Fairbanks trip for February. Fares historically average $456 round-trip in that month - typically $427 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

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