Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI): what you need to know
Taking off during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEM and FAI include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport is C$471. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$728. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap flight tickets from MEM to FAI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from MEM to FAI is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Use filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Memphis International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MEM? If you're on an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to FAI if you're taking a late flight from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to central Fairbanks
Fairbanks International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Fairbanks. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 15 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 19 minutes.
When to fly to Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Fairbanks. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Fairbanks is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MEM to FAI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -33ºC and -8ºC on average.
More about Fairbanks
Start your Fairbanks trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MEM to FAI, check out our hotel options including:
Pioneer Park and Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Fairbanks must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Georgeson Botanical Garden.
Complete your Fairbanks trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Fairbanks International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Fairbanks.
