Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): what you need to know
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
To break up your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the SJC - FAI route are:
Denver International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport is 203 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 398 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SJC to FAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from SJC to FAI every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport.
Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Located around 6 kilometres from central San Jose, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport can be reached in about 12 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 44 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SJC? If you're catching an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
If you're on a late flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near FAI:
Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
Fairbanks International Airport to central Fairbanks is around 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 2 hours and 19 minutes.
When to fly to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Fairbanks in April.
The warmest month in Fairbanks is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -33ºC and -8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJC to FAI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fairbanks
Start your Fairbanks trip right by finding an amazing stay. After booking your flight from SJC to FAI, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Pioneer Park, Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge and Georgeson Botanical Garden are must-visits when exploring Fairbanks.
Complete your Fairbanks trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Fairbanks International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Fairbanks.