FAI
Fairbanks International Airport
Fairbanks · United StatesICAO PAFA
Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) is an airport serving Fairbanks, United States, located in the Northern and Western hemispheres at coordinates 64° 48' 54.4" N, 147° 51' 21.6" W. The airport sits at an elevation of 439 feet (134 meters) above sea level. With 14 direct destinations served by 3 airlines, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is America/Anchorage (GMT-8).
Destinations
14
Airlines
3
Elevation ft
439/ 134m
America/Anchorage
GMT-8
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Airport Details
IATA Code
FAI
ICAO Code
PAFA
City
Fairbanks
Country
United States
Elevation
439 ft
Local Time
08:28 AM (GMT-8)
Coordinates
Latitude:64.8151°
Longitude:-147.8560°
Popular Routes from FAI
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYU | Fort Yukon, United States | 143 mi | 0h 46m | short-haul | 59 kg | View |
| ANC | Anchorage, United States | 261 mi | 0h 60m | short-haul | 107 kg | View |
| BTT | Bettles, United States | 179 mi | 0h 50m | short-haul | 73 kg | View |
| GAL | Galena, United States | 268 mi | 1h 0m | short-haul | 110 kg | View |
| RBY | Ruby, United States | 225 mi | 0h 56m | short-haul | 92 kg | View |
| SCC | Deadhorse, United States | 373 mi | 1h 12m | short-haul | 153 kg | View |
| AET | Allakaket, United States | 182 mi | 0h 51m | short-haul | 74 kg | View |
| AKP | Anaktuvuk Pass, United States | 254 mi | 0h 59m | short-haul | 104 kg | View |
| CEM | Central, United States | 104 mi | 0h 42m | short-haul | 43 kg | View |
| CIK | Chalkyitsik, United States | 173 mi | 0h 50m | short-haul | 71 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at FAI
3 active airlines serving Fairbanks International Airport.
Alaska Airlines
ASALASKA
Astral Aviation
8VKenya
Era Alaska
7HUnited States
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Fairbanks International Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Airport | WBQ | Beaver | United States | 174 km |
| Manley Hot Springs Airport | MLY | Manley Hot Springs | United States | 134 km |
| Venetie Airport | VEE | Venetie | United States | 254 km |
| Central Airport | CEM | Central | United States | 167 km |
| Fort Yukon Airport | FYU | Fort Yukon | United States | 230 km |
| Circle City /New/ Airport | IRC | Circle | United States | 209 km |
| Valdez Pioneer Field | VDZ | Valdez | United States | 418 km |
| Minchumina Airport | LMA | Lake Minchumina | United States | 238 km |
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Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 64° 48' 54.4" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 147° 51' 21.6" W
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 64.815102
- Longitude (Decimal)
- -147.856003
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Western
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- America/Anchorage
- UTC Offset
- GMT-8
- Current Local Time
- 08:28 AM
- Elevation (ft)
- 439 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 134 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Fairbanks International Airport?
The IATA code for Fairbanks International Airport is FAI, and its ICAO code is PAFA. The airport is located in Fairbanks, United States.
How many destinations can you fly to from FAI?
There are 14 direct destinations available from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) in Fairbanks, United States.
What airlines fly from FAI?
There are 3 airlines operating from FAI, including Alaska Airlines, Astral Aviation, Era Alaska.
What timezone is Fairbanks International Airport in?
Fairbanks International Airport is in the America/Anchorage timezone (GMT-8). The airport is located in the Northern and Western hemispheres.
What is the elevation of Fairbanks International Airport?
Fairbanks International Airport sits at an elevation of 439 feet (134 meters) above sea level.
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