Travelling from London to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): what you need to know
London has many airports to leave from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Fairbanks is 8 hours behind London. Fairbanks International Airport is located in Fairbanks, which operates on the UTC-8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to FAI.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to FAI departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Fairbanks International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from London to Fairbanks International Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between London Gatwick Airport and FAI:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to FAI, take it easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Book a hotel close to FAI if you're catching a late flight from London to Fairbanks International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
Fairbanks International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Fairbanks. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours and 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Pick up a one-way ticket from London to Fairbanks International Airport from C$840 or travel return from just C$1,409. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from London to FAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Fairbanks International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Fairbanks International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Fairbanks. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Fairbanks International Airport.
When booking your flight from London to FAI, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Fairbanks, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -33ºC and -8ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Fairbanks International Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Fairbanks
Once you've booked your flight from London to Fairbanks International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fairbanks:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Pioneer Park, Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge and Georgeson Botanical Garden are attractions you won't want to skip in Fairbanks.
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