New York to Fairbanks (JFK–FAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Fairbanks
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 3,269 mi 6h 52m nonstop -4h behind 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and FAI, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to FAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
452
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fairbanks from New York

Nearby airports with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Metric JFK→FAI EWR→FAI
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 6h 52m 6h 24m
Departure OTP 74% –
Newark (EWR) to Fairbanks flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-4h
Fairbanks is 4 hours behind New York.
JFK: EDT · FAI: AKDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 2:00 PM in Fairbanks.
Distance & Flight Time
3,269 mi / 5,261 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 52m.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–FAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Fairbanks route.
Route details
Distance3,269 mi / 5,261 km
Flight time6h 52m
Time difference-4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to FAI flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport take approximately 6h 52m. The route covers 3,269 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from JFK to FAI. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YUL, YYZ, YHZ, SLC, GEG, LAS, MIA, EWR, PDX, ANC, SEA, PVG, CAN, ORD, HKG, MNL and DEN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fairbanks is 4 hours behind New York.
Yes, return flights from FAI to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from JFK to FAI

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

JFK to FAI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to FAI ranges from 6 hours 52 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,269 miles (5,261 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via YUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).