Minneapolis to Fairbanks (MSP–FAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSP–FAI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 2,460 miles in approximately 5h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM, VS | 7 | 739 | 5h39 | SkyTeam | AM, VS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · FAI: AKDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 3:00 PM in Fairbanks.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
MSP–FAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to FAI
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MSP to FAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to FAI is about 5 hours 39 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,460 miles (3,959 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage, Seattle–Tacoma and Portland. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.