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Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks (MSP - FAI) from $239

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 8/9. 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 Minneapolis St Paul to Fairbanks are usually found in April or August, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 junio 6, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$494

One-way from

$359
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks at least 35 days early can save you up to 102% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 35 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks for as little as $711 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $858 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to Fairbanks from Minneapolis. Prices for April average $733 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $460. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of February. Opting for a April flight can save you 26% on your journey compared to booking in February

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Cheap Minneapolis to Fairbanks flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Minneapolis 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 3,009,960 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Fairbanks in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
lun. 7/226:10 pmMSP - FAI
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
sáb. 7/2710:05 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/5$459
dom. 7/148:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop26h 20mAlaska Airlines
mié. 7/2410:03 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop30h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$495
dom. 7/148:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
lun. 7/222:26 amFAI - MSP
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$496
dom. 6/308:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop26h 20mAlaska Airlines
dom. 7/75:30 amFAI - MSP
1 stop22h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$515
lun. 7/16:55 amMSP - FAI
1 stop10h 27mDelta
mar. 7/910:05 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/5$525
lun. 7/227:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop21h 16mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 7/274:10 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop12h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$538
lun. 7/18:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
mar. 7/97:00 amFAI - MSP
1 stop8h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$548
mar. 6/258:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop15h 18mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 7/64:10 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop12h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$550
mar. 6/258:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop9h 50mAlaska Airlines
vie. 7/52:26 amFAI - MSP
1 stop18h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$551

Minneapolis to Fairbanks 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Minneapolis and Fairbanks in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Fairbanks in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
vie. 8/306:10 pmMSP - FAI
Nonstop5h 44mDelta
vie. 9/610:05 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/5$459
vie. 8/306:41 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 37mDelta
vie. 9/610:05 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/5$468
jue. 8/299:58 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop29h 20mDelta
vie. 9/610:05 pmFAI - MSP
Nonstop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/5$492
dom. 7/148:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop26h 20mAlaska Airlines
mié. 7/2410:03 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop30h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$495
dom. 7/148:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
lun. 7/222:26 amFAI - MSP
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$496
mié. 8/147:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
jue. 8/222:51 amFAI - MSP
1 stop18h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$498
mié. 8/146:41 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 37mDelta
vie. 8/233:10 pmFAI - MSP
1 stop11h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/5$501
jue. 8/153:47 pmMSP - FAI
2 stops12h 29mAlaska Airlines
dom. 8/1811:20 amFAI - MSP
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$503
jue. 8/297:59 pmMSP - FAI
2 stops14h 15mAlaska Airlines
vie. 9/65:30 amFAI - MSP
2 stops10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$506

One-way flights to Fairbanks from Minneapolis

Search for one-way flight options from Minneapolis 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 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Minneapolis, there is a search form available above.
vie. 8/97:00 amMSP - FAI
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$239
vie. 8/93:47 pmMSP - FAI
2 stops21h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$244
dom. 8/48:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop18h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$248
dom. 8/47:00 amMSP - FAI
2 stops19h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$254
mié. 7/245:22 pmMSP - FAI
1 stop19h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$257
jue. 7/118:40 amMSP - FAI
1 stop26h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$263
jue. 7/117:59 pmMSP - FAI
2 stops22h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$264
dom. 7/217:00 amMSP - FAI
2 stops30h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$272
mié. 7/247:59 pmMSP - FAI
2 stops27h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$284

Find flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.

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Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 8/30

Nonstop5h 44m

Fairbanks

vie. 9/6

Nonstop5h 11m

$459

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 8/30

1 stop8h 37m

Fairbanks

jue. 9/5

Nonstop5h 11m

$468

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 8/29

1 stop29h 20m

Fairbanks

vie. 9/6

Nonstop5h 11m

$492

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 7/14

1 stop26h 20m

Fairbanks

mié. 7/24

1 stop30h 17m

$495

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 7/14

1 stop18h 19m

Fairbanks

lun. 7/22

1 stop18h 25m

$496

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 8/14

1 stop8h 22m

Fairbanks

jue. 8/22

1 stop18h 08m

$498

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 8/28

2 stops14h 18m

Fairbanks

mié. 9/4

1 stop9h 48m

$563

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 8/28

2 stops14h 18m

Fairbanks

mié. 9/4

2 stops11h 27m

$568

Minneapolis St PaulFairbanks

MSP - FAI

MSPFAI

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 7/14

2 stops14h 33m

Fairbanks

mar. 7/23

2 stops13h 43m

$792

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Fairbanks flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Minneapolis to Fairbanks

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fairbanks from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
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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 junio 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minneapolis to Fairbanks, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

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
9,216 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,371 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,703 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,229 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $459, but on average you can expect to pay $511.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks under $500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is less than $673.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($459), and Alaska Airlines ($495) offers the cheapest pricing from Minneapolis to Fairbanks. Delta is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $239 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $310 and United Airlines from $354 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

    The cheapest flight price from Minneapolis to Fairbanks is $329. On average you can expect to pay $524. The most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Fairbanks), can usually be booked for $459.

  • What does MSP to FAI mean?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport is MSP 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 Minneapolis to Fairbanks that include extra baggage allowance?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Fairbanks?

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

    The Minneapolis to Fairbanks flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

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

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

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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$360Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$427Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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