Flying from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Seattle's main airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) leaving from this base.
The average time for a direct Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Fairbanks is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Seattle. Fairbanks International Airport is located in Fairbanks.
With 43 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) is the most popular route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:50am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from SEA to FAI is with Alaska Airlines at 11:50pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to FAI, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) take off from this terminal.
When jetting out of SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SEA to FAI.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta Air Lines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to FAI flight:
About Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Book a hotel near FAI if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Fairbanks International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fairbanks and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
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Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
Fairbanks International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Fairbanks. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Rs43,525 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport. Return flights start from Rs76,169. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to FAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Fairbanks. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Seattle to FAI flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Fairbanks, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -33ºC and -8ºC.
More about Fairbanks
Start your Fairbanks trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Fairbanks International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Aurora Park, S.S. Nenana Sternwheeler Riverboat and Georgeson Botanical Garden are must-visits when exploring Fairbanks.
Explore more of the United States
You've checked off Fairbanks, now it's time to explore more of what the United States has to offer. Around 161 kilometres south-east, Deltana is a must-see city that features leading sights like Clearwater Baptist Church.
Another well-known destination in the United States, Tok is located about 290 kilometres south-east of Fairbanks. Be sure to visit highlights including Muklukland.
