Flying from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): what you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your options for flying out of this base when searching for your flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI).
Jump on a direct flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 49 minutes.
Fairbanks International Airport is located in Fairbanks. The city operates in the UTC-8 timezone and is 1 hour behind Seattle.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI), with 217 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SEA to FAI is the 07:35 Alaska Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 23:05 with Alaska Airlines.
Your flight from Seattle to FAI won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during busy periods like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Take off and land with no stops from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Nonstop flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from SEA.
From the centre of Seattle, SEA is approximately 23 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Want other options for a direct flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)? Check out the fares flying out of Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE).
You can board a direct flight from Seattle to FAI with Alaska Airlines. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of LKE.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to FAI, chill out in one of these hotels close to Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FAI instead:
Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
From Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 2 hours and 19 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport is 137 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 274 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
8 months before your departure is the best time to lock in cheap tickets from Seattle to FAI.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Seattle to FAI.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Fairbanks, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Fairbanks. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Seattle to FAI during then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -33ºC and -8ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport.
More about Fairbanks
After booking your flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fairbanks:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Pioneer Park, Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge and Georgeson Botanical Garden are must-visits when exploring Fairbanks.
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