Direct (nonstop) flights from Anchorage to Fairbanks

1 airline flys nonstop from Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) to Fairbanks International (FAI). It's 261 miles (420 km), about 1h 3m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

ANC
Ted Stevens Anchorage International
🇺🇸 Anchorage, USA
FAI
Fairbanks International
🇺🇸 Fairbanks, USA
Flight Time
1h 3m
Distance
261 mi
420 km
CO₂/pax
48 kg
−88 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
ANC → FAI
Flight Time
1h 3m
Distance
261 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks with one stop · direct emits 48 kg CO₂ per passenger

ANC GAL (Galena) FAI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (329 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (268 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → GAL
1h 30m · 329 mi
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Leg 2
GAL → FAI
1h 30m · 268 mi
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ANC SEA (Seattle) FAI
Leg 1: 3h 35m (1,448 mi) Leg 2: 3h 51m (1,534 mi) Total: ~7h 26m 🍃 529 kg CO₂ (+1002% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → SEA
3h 35m · 1,448 mi
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Leg 2
SEA → FAI
3h 51m · 1,534 mi
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ANC PDX (Portland) FAI
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,542 mi) Leg 2: 3h 59m (1,640 mi) Total: ~7h 39m 🍃 563 kg CO₂ (+1073% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → PDX
3h 40m · 1,542 mi
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Leg 2
PDX → FAI
3h 59m · 1,640 mi
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ANC DEN (Denver) FAI
Leg 1: 5h 18m (2,405 mi) Leg 2: 5h 37m (2,430 mi) Total: ~10h 55m 🍃 842 kg CO₂ (+1654% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → DEN
5h 18m · 2,405 mi
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Leg 2
DEN → FAI
5h 37m · 2,430 mi
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ANC MSP (Minneapolis) FAI
Leg 1: 5h 26m (2,518 mi) Leg 2: 5h 36m (2,466 mi) Total: ~11h 2m 🍃 827 kg CO₂ (+1623% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ANC → MSP
5h 26m · 2,518 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → FAI
5h 36m · 2,466 mi
View MSP to FAI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

A nonstop flight from Anchorage (ANC) to Fairbanks (FAI) takes approximately 1 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 261 miles (420 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Anchorage from Fairbanks?

The flight distance from Anchorage to Fairbanks is 261 miles (420 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

At 1h 3m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Roughly 48 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 240 km.

Is the return flight from Fairbanks to Anchorage also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Anchorage to Fairbanks?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ted Stevens Anchorage International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.