Direct (nonstop) flights from Fairbanks to Portland

1 airline flys nonstop from Fairbanks International (FAI) to Portland International (PDX). It's 1,640 miles (2,639 km), about 3h 52m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

FAI
Fairbanks International
🇺🇸 Fairbanks, USA
PDX
Portland International
🇺🇸 Portland, USA
Flight Time
3h 52m
Distance
1,640 mi
2,639 km
CO₂/pax
277 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
FAI → PDX
Flight Time
3h 52m
Distance
1,640 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fairbanks to Portland with one stop · direct emits 277 kg CO₂ per passenger

FAI SEA (Seattle) PDX
Leg 1: 3h 43m (1,534 mi) Leg 2: 1h 1m (129 mi) Total: ~4h 44m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAI → SEA
3h 43m · 1,534 mi
View FAI to SEA flights →
Leg 2
SEA → PDX
1h 1m · 129 mi
View SEA to PDX flights →
FAI ANC (Anchorage) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 8m (261 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,542 mi) Total: ~4h 48m 🍃 334 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAI → ANC
1h 8m · 261 mi
View FAI to ANC flights →
Leg 2
ANC → PDX
3h 40m · 1,542 mi
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FAI DEN (Denver) PDX
Leg 1: 5h 16m (2,430 mi) Leg 2: 2h 46m (991 mi) Total: ~8h 2m 🍃 603 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAI → DEN
5h 16m · 2,430 mi
View FAI to DEN flights →
Leg 2
DEN → PDX
2h 46m · 991 mi
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FAI MSP (Minneapolis) PDX
Leg 1: 5h 18m (2,466 mi) Leg 2: 3h 40m (1,426 mi) Total: ~8h 58m 🍃 683 kg CO₂ (+147% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAI → MSP
5h 18m · 2,466 mi
View FAI to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → PDX
3h 40m · 1,426 mi
View MSP to PDX flights →
FAI ORD (Chicago) PDX
Leg 1: 6h 4m (2,785 mi) Leg 2: 4h 34m (1,739 mi) Total: ~10h 38m 🍃 745 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAI → ORD
6h 4m · 2,785 mi
View FAI to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → PDX
4h 34m · 1,739 mi
View ORD to PDX flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fairbanks to Portland?

A nonstop flight from Fairbanks (FAI) to Portland (PDX) takes approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes. The distance is 1,640 miles (2,639 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fairbanks to Portland?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fairbanks to Portland?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Fairbanks from Portland?

The flight distance from Fairbanks to Portland is 1,640 miles (2,639 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Fairbanks to Portland?

At 3h 52m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 277 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,385 km.

Is the return flight from Portland to Fairbanks 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 Fairbanks to Portland?

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 Fairbanks International for this flight?

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