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Cheap flights from San Diego to Fairbanks (SAN - FAI) from $351

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Jun 15 — Jun 221
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The best prices from San Diego to Fairbanks are usually found in November or January, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Fairbanks (FAI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$494

One-way from

$351
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 32% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

To save up to 101% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 58 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Diego to Fairbanks from $762 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $762 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to Fairbanks. Flights to Fairbanks from San Diego in November are about $640 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $412.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to FAI?

When flying from San Diego to Fairbanks, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap San Diego to Fairbanks flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Fairbanks specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 7/45:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Sun 7/141:45 amFAI - SAN
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/9$482
Mon 7/86:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop18h 08mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/157:55 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$485
Thu 7/45:30 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Sun 7/141:45 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/9$487
Thu 7/45:59 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/157:55 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$490
Thu 7/411:00 amSAN - FAI
2 stops14h 18mDelta
Sun 7/141:45 amFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/9$492
Thu 7/188:50 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop16h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/311:02 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops20h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$525
Thu 7/186:45 amSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/311:02 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops20h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$540
Wed 7/39:47 amSAN - FAI
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/612:33 amFAI - SAN
2 stops20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$562
Sat 6/299:15 amSAN - FAI
1 stop23h 45mAlaska Airlines
Fri 7/51:20 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$590

San Diego to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Fairbanks in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 9/266:20 amSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 40mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/301:02 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops17h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$449
Tue 11/52:35 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops21h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/129:55 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops14h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$470
Sun 10/137:05 amSAN - FAI
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Sun 10/131:30 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/9$476
Tue 11/52:35 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops21h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/123:55 pmFAI - SAN
1 stop19h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$477
Sun 10/138:40 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop14h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/149:52 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops10h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$480
Thu 9/261:15 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop11h 44mDelta
Sun 9/291:25 amFAI - SAN
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/10$482
Thu 9/2612:55 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/307:30 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops12h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$485
Thu 9/2610:55 amSAN - FAI
2 stops14h 04mDelta
Sun 9/291:25 amFAI - SAN
1 stop9h 49mDelta
Deal found 6/10$487
Thu 7/45:59 pmSAN - FAI
2 stops15h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/157:55 pmFAI - SAN
2 stops12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$490

One-way flights to Fairbanks from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Fairbanks. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Diego to Fairbanks. Users needing a return flight from San Diego to Fairbanks should utilize the search form above.
Sun 6/232:00 pmSAN - FAI
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$351
Sun 6/239:47 amSAN - FAI
2 stops12h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$356

Find flights from San Diego to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 9/26

2 stops15h 40m

Fairbanks

Mon 9/30

2 stops17h 36m

$449

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 11/5

2 stops21h 41m

Fairbanks

Tue 11/12

2 stops14h 10m

$470

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Sun 10/13

1 stop8h 34m

Fairbanks

Sun 10/13

1 stop7h 37m

$476

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Tue 11/5

2 stops21h 41m

Fairbanks

Tue 11/12

1 stop19h 02m

$477

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 9/26

1 stop11h 44m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/29

1 stop7h 46m

$482

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Thu 9/26

2 stops14h 04m

Fairbanks

Sun 9/29

1 stop9h 49m

$487

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Sun 10/13

1 stop18h 45m

Fairbanks

Mon 10/14

1 stop13h 33m

$546

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Wed 7/3

2 stops16h 29m

Fairbanks

Sat 7/6

2 stops20h 15m

$562

San DiegoFairbanks

SAN - FAI

SANFAI

San Diego

Mon 7/8

2 stops12h 42m

Fairbanks

Mon 7/15

2 stops14h 11m

$613

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Deals found on 6/10

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks

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Temperature and rainfall in Fairbanks by month

Plan your trip to Fairbanks by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

FAI

Temperature

-7.6 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fairbanks, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -7.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fairbanks

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fairbanks. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fairbanks. Reviews last updated June 10, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,254 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Fairbanks. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Fairbanks for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Fairbanks for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $449, but on average you can expect to pay $521.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Fairbanks round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Fairbanks is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $449 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $476 and $546 round-trip. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does SAN to FAI mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN and Fairbanks Airport is FAI. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Fairbanks flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Fairbanks with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Fairbanks flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Fairbanks flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Fairbanks.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Fairbanks by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Fairbanks that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Fairbanks offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Fairbanks flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Fairbanks flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Fairbanks flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/10.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fairbanks (average of $495). Flying from San Diego to Fairbanks in July is currently the most expensive (average of $773). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Fairbanks

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Fairbanks. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$378Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$408Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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