Travelling from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Seattle one hour ahead of Fairbanks.
Every week, there are 46 Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, select the 00:22 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 16:00 with Alaska Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your FAI to SEA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Alaska Airlines has direct flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Seattle — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With a reliable 83.39% of services landing on schedule, Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating FAI to SEA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between FAI and SEA:
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
ر.ق. 665 is the best price for a one-way Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 1,230. These prices may change based on demand.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FAI to SEA.
The cheapest month for flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
You'll find FAI at University Ave..
72.63% of flights departing from Fairbanks International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Fairbanks to Fairbanks International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near FAI:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're landing on a late Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SEA:
Go where the road takes you with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and find adventure across Seattle and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to the centre of Seattle has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FAI to SEA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
