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

Flights from San José to Fairbanks usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the San José to Fairbanks route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $612 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,240, a difference of $628. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Fairbanks?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San José 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 $845 to $1,929. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San José to Fairbanks are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $508, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between San José and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 2 hours behind San José (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Fairbanks flight?

Round-trip flights from San José to Fairbanks range from $563 to $923, with an average of $647 over the past 12 months. Anything below $563 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Fairbanks?

Aeromexico ($845) and Alaska Airlines ($867) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Fairbanks according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest round-trip

$845

Typical prices: $563-$923

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Wed 10/10Tue 10/23

SJO - FAI • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$430

Typical prices: $382-$1,166

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Tue 1/30

SJO - FAI • 2 stops

When to travel

August

Cheapest • 29% price drop

March

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Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 23

7:30 am - 12:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

19h 15m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 12:06 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez

$845Aeromexico

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7

1:23 am - 1:35 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

27h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

11:19 am - 11:25 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 06m2 stops Anchorage Los Angeles

$867Alaska Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7

1:23 am - 9:54 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

23h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:28 pm - 11:25 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25h 57m2 stops Anchorage Los Angeles

$930Alaska Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7

1:23 am - 9:54 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

23h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:28 pm - 11:25 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25h 57m2 stops Anchorage Los Angeles

$935Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 23

7:30 am - 12:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

19h 15m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 12:06 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez

$935Aeromexico

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 23

7:30 am - 12:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

19h 15m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:50 am - 12:06 pmFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 16m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez

$988Aeromexico

Wed, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 18

12:35 am - 10:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

25h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:53 pm - 9:24 amFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Miami

$1,188Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 18

12:35 am - 10:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

25h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:53 pm - 9:24 amFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Miami

$1,196Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 24

7:45 am - 1:37 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

19h 52m2 stops Miami Seattle/Tacoma Intl

4:06 pm - 8:35 amFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

38h 29m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

$1,222Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 18

12:35 am - 10:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAI Fairbanks

25h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl

3:53 pm - 9:24 amFAI Fairbanks-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Miami

$1,232Multiple Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Fairbanks flights

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Fairbanks start at $845. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $563 to $923. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $845 on Aeromexico.

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Low season	June
High season	March
Cheapest flight	$430

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly with an average 128% increase in price.

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When to book flights from San José to Fairbanks

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Fairbanks based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Fairbanks?
Flights from San José to Fairbanks usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Fairbanks?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 51% on the San José to Fairbanks route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $612 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,240, a difference of $628. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Fairbanks?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San José 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 $845 to $1,929. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Fairbanks looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Fairbanks are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $508, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between San José and Fairbanks?
Fairbanks is 2 hours behind San José (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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
How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Fairbanks flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Fairbanks range from $563 to $923, with an average of $647 over the past 12 months. Anything below $563 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $612 - about $628 less than Friday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Fairbanks trip for August. Fares historically average $460 round-trip in that month - typically $1,017 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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