What percentage of Anchorage to Fairbanks flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 24.5% of flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks are direct. For flights that include stopovers, the typical number of stops is one. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days, indicating that a significant portion of travelers may experience a connecting flight on this route.

What's the flight time from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

The typical direct flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks has a median duration of 64 minutes, or 1 hour and 4 minutes. This route covers a distance of 419 kilometers. For flights involving one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 1130 minutes, which is approximately 18 hours and 50 minutes.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Yes, good prices on flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks are historically frequent. This route is classified as one with regular opportunities for favorable deals. Travelers can typically find good prices with consistent availability across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-09-21 – 2026-09-22
ANC - Fairbanks
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Anchorage to Fairbanks: Overview

Insights for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

For flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks, fares typically range from $557–$1011, with a median of $742. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices if you are flexible with your travel dates.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks? The data indicates that October, April, and December are typically the most affordable months, with median fares of $122 for each. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Anchorage to Fairbanks covers a distance of 419 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. The median flight time for this route is 1h 4m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical journey including connections can extend to 26h 21m. Only 24.5% of recent fares are for direct flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks, meaning most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Regular price: $181 - $375

Prices for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks is between $181 and $375. The current lowest deal is $236 with Alaska Airlines, Inc., for travel from Sep 21-Sep 22.

now $236

Low $181

High $375

The cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks

The cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks is January, with a median price of $122. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $954. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $122

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $954

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$429

$539

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$412

$442

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$346

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$266

$342

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$266

$326

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$215

$326

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

3 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 27

$389 → $248

36%

6 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 20

$368 → $247

33%

3 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 31

$396 → $279

30%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$373 → $265

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Anchorage - Fairbanks route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Anchorage to Fairbanks are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

October, April, and December offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, October, April, and December have offered the lowest median prices at $122.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 4m.

Direct flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks typically take 1 hour and 4 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights make up the majority of options, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one of the airlines providing direct service on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks have been frequent.

Anchorage main airports to depart from

Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)

Cheapest

Ted Stevens Anchorage International is a convenient departure airport for flights to Fairbanks.

📍 ~10 km from Anchorage (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$238

Fairbanks main airports to arrive at

Fairbanks International (FAI)

Cheapest

Fairbanks International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Airports nearby Fairbanks used as alternative

Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)

Ted Stevens Anchorage International offers significantly more flight options and carriers than Fairbanks.

📍 ~420 km from destination city (reachable by car or train)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Fairbanks

$355

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Fairbanks

Historically, the best time to book flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged $659 for bookings made in this window. In contrast, flights booked 0-6 days out typically cost around $894. For those booking 14-27 days in advance, the average price was $732, while 28-59 days out saw an average of $761.

A flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $557. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $742, while prices in the upper quartile can reach $1011 or more.

Historically, the months of October, April, and December have offered the lowest median prices for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks, all averaging $122. These months present a significant saving compared to the overall annual median price of $742 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider these periods based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Anchorage to Fairbanks: Overview

Insights for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

How much is a round trip from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Regular price: $181 - $375

Prices for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks is between $181 and $375. The current lowest deal is $236 with Alaska Airlines, Inc., for travel from Sep 21-Sep 22.

now $236

Low $181

High $375

The cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks

January

Cheapest

Flights from $122

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $954

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Anchorage to Fairbanks

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$429

$539

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$412

$442

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$225

$346

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$266

$342

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$266

$326

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ANC - Fairbanks

Anchorage (ANC) - Fairbanks (FAI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$215

$326

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

3 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 27

$389 → $248

36%

6 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 20

$368 → $247

33%

3 nights

Dec 28 - Dec 31

$396 → $279

30%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$373 → $265

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks