Fairbanks to Anchorage Flights

Fairbanks Airport Information

Alaska's greater Fairbanks area is served by Fairbanks International Airport, which is conveniently located just six miles southwest of the downtown area. Use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from Fairbanks, and you will be able to select from many domestic and international airlines.

Airport Parking in Fairbanks

Parking is simple at Fairbanks airport. There are three lots to choose from, including the long- and short-term lots located in front of the terminals and the economy lot located on the east ramp along University Avenue South. Rates are $13 per day or $84 per week in the short-term lot, $10 per day or $65 per week in the long-term lot and $3 per day in the economy lot. The maximum allowable stay is 30 days.

Ground Transportation in Fairbanks

Airlink Services provides scheduled shuttle service between the airport and downtown Fairbanks at a reasonable rate. The most economical way to get into the city is by taking the Metropolitan Area Commuter System (MACS) bus, with an adult fare of $1.50 per trip. There are also several taxi companies that offer transportation to and from downtown Fairbanks, or you can hire a private car service. If you booked your discount air tickets through Orbitz.com, you will have saved enough money to cover the cost.

Restaurants in Fairbanks

Food service is limited at the Fairbanks airport, but there are some options available. Jazzman's Café offers beverages, pastries, salads and sandwiches, while the Bush Pilot Lounge offers salads and sandwiches as well as pizza and chicken wings and a full-service bar. Enjoy your travels, wherever they may take you, and remember to use Orbitz.com the next time you need to find cheap flights from Fairbanks.

Airports in Anchorage

Explore the wilds of America's last frontier when you visit Anchorage, Alaska. Start your journey by searching for cheap flights to Anchorage on Orbitz.com. The search options on the site help you get exactly what you want at a fair price. The main airport for the Anchorage area is the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, located about five miles outside of downtown. Some of the airlines that regularly fly in to the airport are Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Condor, Korea Airlines and US Airways. No matter where you're flying from, finding low fares is a snap on Orbitz.com.

Transportation from the Airport

A free shuttle bus service takes passengers between terminals and to the car-rental facility. Shuttles to lodgings in Anchorage are available but must be booked ahead of time. The Municipality of Anchorage People Mover Bus runs from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m., with stops at the airport and throughout the city. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from the terminal to your hotel.

Weather in Anchorage

Because of its high latitude, summer days in Anchorage are extremely long. High temperatures during the summer months range from 55 to 65°F. During heat waves, the temperature may surge into the 80s. Winters are cold but not as cold as interior Alaska. Average temperatures during the winter are consistently below freezing, and annual snowfall is about 75 inches.

Things to Do in Anchorage

The Alaska Zoo and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center both provide a chance to get close to some of the arctic's native creatures. Several mountain skiing areas and resorts are located a short distance from the city. Flights to Anchorage start out right when you book on Orbitz.com.