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Cheapest round-trip
$418
Typical prices: $411-$721
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
SFO - FAI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$229
Typical prices: $333-$553
Delta
Tue 1/9
SFO - FAI • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Fairbanks. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 38% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $468 (round-trip)
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Shortest trip • 7h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks (SFO-FAI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Fairbanks

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
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12:53 pm - 1:35 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
13h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:37 am - 12:16 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
8h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 30
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12:53 pm - 1:35 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
13h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 6:12 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 12:45 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
8h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:50 am - 9:38 amFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
6h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26
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10:31 am - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
14h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:30 am - 11:41 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
21h 11m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Delta
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:53 pm - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
10h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:12 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 30
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12:53 pm - 9:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
10h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 am - 9:40 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
12h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 26
Delta Logo
10:31 am - 12:15 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
14h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:30 am - 9:51 amFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
7h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$418Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Dec 26
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 12:39 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
7h 55m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:12 am - 9:37 amFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
7h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$725American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 10:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
29h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:12 am - 3:32 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
13h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles
$731American Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
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4:15 pm - 2:54 amSFO  San Francisco-FAI Fairbanks
11h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 9:48 pmFAI  Fairbanks-SFO San Francisco
13h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$731American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Fairbanks?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks typically range from $411 to $721. 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 San Francisco to Fairbanks?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Fairbanks. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Fairbanks?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Fairbanks at $361 round-trip.
•April ($1,113) and May ($847) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 208% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Fairbanks flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$229
Beat the crowds with an average 95% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks

When to book flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Fairbanks takes 00m, covering 2,144 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks range from $411 to $721, with an average of $580 over the past 12 months. Anything below $411 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Fairbanks flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the $580 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco 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 $1,585. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Fairbanks are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $313, which is 26% below 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 San Francisco to Fairbanks?

    Flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 100% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San Francisco to Fairbanks. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $465 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $652, a difference of $187.

    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 Francisco to Fairbanks?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 27m, compared with 7h 56m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

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

    Fairbanks is 1 hour behind San Francisco (Alaska Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $465, about $187 less than Thursday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Fairbanks trip for January. Fares historically average $361 round-trip in that month - typically $752 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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