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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Seattle to Fairbanks:

• Earliest: departs at 9:50 am and lands at 1:47 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:56 am.

The flight takes about 3h 57m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Fairbanks:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Seattle to Fairbanks takes 3h 57m, covering 1,529 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Fairbanks range from $320 to $572, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $320 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 94% above the $445 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $451 round-trip, compared to $498 via a layover through Anchorage (ANC).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Fairbanks flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 17%, afternoon flights for 17%, and evening flights for 16%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $261 to $1,113. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Fairbanks flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Seattle to Fairbanks are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $233, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

Fairbanks Airport (FAI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Seattle to Fairbanks usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Fairbanks (FAI).

Most connecting flights from Seattle to Fairbanks pass through Anchorage (ANC), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Seattle to Fairbanks. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $394 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $533, a difference of $139.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Fairbanks. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta

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

Among airlines operating Seattle to Fairbanks flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes. Located at between Concourse A and B the kids play area has a seating set for adults to be able to supervise their children. There are also giant toys for infants and preschoolers to play on. These toys have been made in such a way that they look like the airport mainstays.

Yes. Travelers can book facilities such as the conference center at 17801 international Blvd or the Regus business centers express at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Amenities offered include audio and visual equipment, video conference facilities, projection among others. The rooms are of various sizes therefore travelers can take their pick depending on the number of people attending.

Yes. Located outside the terminal, the pet relief area is a grassy patch in front of the terminal. Amenities such as waste bags and bins are provided. Travelers should be informed that the airport allows service animals but pets should be in a carrier.

Yes. The airport recognizes all forms of disability and advises travelers with hidden disabilities to get Sunflower lanyards or wristbands in order to be identified easily for assistance to be offered whenever possible. Wheelchair assistance is also available and travelers are advised to inform their airlines in advance.