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Cheap Flights from Fairbanks (FAI) to Chicago (ORD)

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Flight deals from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International

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Chicago.$664 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $664, select.
Chicago.$685 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $685, select.
Chicago.$685 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $685, select.
Chicago.$687 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.
Chicago.$1,131 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,131, select.
Chicago.$1,360 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Dec, returning Fri, 2 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,360, select.
Chicago.$1,372 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fairbanks International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,372, select.
Chicago.$1,422 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fairbanks International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Fairbanks International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,422, select.

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Direct flights from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International

Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fairbanks International to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Fairbanks to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$664
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time6 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International is $664. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International.
United flies direct from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International.
As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International.
The cheapest month to fly from Fairbanks International to Chicago O'Hare International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fairbanks International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago O'Hare International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Flying from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 6 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Fairbanks.

  • Each week, there are six Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 20:55 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:10 with United Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FAI to ORD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Chicago (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is United Airlines.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between FAI and ORD:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Right now, $362 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $664. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from FAI to ORD by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Picking up cheap flights from FAI to ORD is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

Handy information about Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

  • FAI is located at University Ave..

  • 72.63% of flights departing from Fairbanks International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Fairbanks International Airport from central Fairbanks, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to FAI? If you've booked an early flight from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

  • The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Chicago in January.

  • Before locking in your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FAI to ORD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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