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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Fairbanks (FAI) from $201

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 7/3. 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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The best prices from Chicago to Fairbanks are usually found in January or October, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 Haziran 6, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$494

One-way from

$270
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fairbanks?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Fairbanks. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

To save up to 62% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 16 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Chicago to Fairbanks from $469 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $728 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Fairbanks from Chicago average $583. You can even find prices in January for less than $583, as users have found deals to Fairbanks from as low as $340. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Fairbanks from Chicago. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 44%.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Chicago to Fairbanks flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago 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 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on Haziran 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to Fairbanks in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Pzt 7/812:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop9h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/91:00 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop14h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$395
Çar 7/312:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop13h 08mAlaska Airlines
Pzt 7/810:03 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop29h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$401
Per 7/46:35 amORD - FAI
2 stops28h 25mAlaska Airlines
Pzt 7/810:03 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop29h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$407
Sal 7/96:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop9h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/910:03 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop7h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$424
Per 7/43:56 pmORD - FAI
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Sal 7/91:45 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$428
Pzt 7/812:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/911:20 amFAI - ORD
2 stops14h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$429
Sal 7/212:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/92:26 amFAI - ORD
1 stop18h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$431
Paz 7/712:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop12h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/910:03 pmFAI - ORD
2 stops11h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$435
Sal 7/212:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Çar 7/1011:20 amFAI - ORD
2 stops14h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$436

Chicago to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated Haziran 6, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Chicago to Fairbanks in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Pzt 7/812:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop9h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sal 7/91:00 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop17h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$395
Cmt 8/177:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Per 8/221:45 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/6$399
Sal 8/137:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop20h 18mDelta
Paz 8/181:45 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$400
Çar 7/312:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop21h 06mAlaska Airlines
Çar 7/109:00 amFAI - ORD
1 stop21h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$401
Pzt 8/1212:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop26h 00mAlaska Airlines
Pzt 8/191:20 pmFAI - ORD
1 stop12h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$402
Paz 8/187:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Per 8/221:45 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/6$404
Pzt 8/192:24 pmMDW - FAI
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Per 8/2210:05 pmFAI - MDW
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/6$404
Per 7/412:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop10h 01mAlaska Airlines
Cum 7/121:20 pmFAI - ORD
2 stops12h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$407
Sal 8/131:40 pmORD - FAI
2 stops13h 38mDelta
Paz 8/181:45 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$409

One-way flights to Fairbanks from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated Haziran 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Chicago to Fairbanks. Users needing a return flight from Chicago to Fairbanks should utilize the search form above.
Çar 7/312:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop12h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$201
Sal 7/306:00 amORD - FAI
1 stop9h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$202
Per 7/46:35 amORD - FAI
2 stops28h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$207
Cum 10/42:07 pmMDW - FAI
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/6$207
Cum 6/2812:59 amORD - FAI
1 stop12h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$230
Per 7/43:56 pmORD - FAI
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/5$231
Per 7/47:22 pmORD - FAI
2 stops22h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$236
Pzt 8/52:24 pmMDW - FAI
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/5$261
Per 7/44:56 pmORD - FAI
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$270

Find flights from Chicago to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated Haziran 6, 2024.

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Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Pzt 7/8

1 stop9h 01m

Fairbanks

Sal 7/9

1 stop17h 00m

$395

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cmt 8/17

1 stop10h 07m

Fairbanks

Per 8/22

1 stop8h 20m

$399

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sal 8/13

1 stop20h 18m

Fairbanks

Paz 8/18

1 stop8h 20m

$400

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Çar 7/3

1 stop21h 06m

Fairbanks

Çar 7/10

1 stop21h 00m

$401

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Pzt 8/12

1 stop26h 00m

Fairbanks

Pzt 8/19

1 stop12h 20m

$402

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Paz 8/18

1 stop10h 07m

Fairbanks

Cum 8/23

1 stop7h 29m

$404

Chicago MidwayFairbanks

MDW - FAI

MDWFAI

Chicago Midway

Pzt 8/19

1 stop9h 30m

Fairbanks

Cum 8/23

1 stop10h 24m

$404

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cmt 8/3

1 stop9h 54m

Fairbanks

Cum 8/9

1 stop14h 05m

$540

Chicago O'Hare IntlFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Çar 8/28

Nonstop6h 33m

Fairbanks

Paz 9/1

Nonstop6h 07m

$573

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks, you should look to book at least 15 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 Chicago to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 Chicago 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 Haziran 6, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from Chicago to Fairbanks by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,347 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,231 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fairbanks from Chicago?

    Located just 4.5 mi from the city center, Fairbanks is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fairbanks from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Fairbanks (FAI) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Fairbanks for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Fairbanks for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $395, but on average you can expect to pay $414.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Fairbanks for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Fairbanks under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Fairbanks is less than $868.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Fairbanks is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $395 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $399. Alaska Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Fairbanks one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $201. Users have also found prices from $207 and $270 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Fairbanks?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $286. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fairbanks) can be booked for $404 on average our data indicates $594 when flying from Chicago to Fairbanks.

  • What does ORD to FAI mean?

    Great question - ORD to FAI just means Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Fairbanks Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Fairbanks?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago 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 Chicago to Fairbanks flight deals updated?

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Fairbanks?

    When booking a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fairbanks (average of $495). Flying from Chicago 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Fairbanks

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated Haziran 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$352Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$358Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$529Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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