With a population of 31,535, Fairbanks is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fairbanks has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Latitude 65 (2640 Himalaya Rd) and Chena's Alaskan Grill (4200 Boat Street) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fairbanks in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -16.6 °F, with an average temperature of -7.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 2.2″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Fairbanks, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.
When flying to Fairbanks, you’ll arrive at Fairbanks (FAI), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fairbanks include American Airlines, Aeromexico and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fairbanks departs from Anchorage and takes around 1h.
Average rates range from around $236 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $213 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Fairbanks and Sophie Station Suites.
Renting a car in Fairbanks costs $104 per day, on average, or $311 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fairbanks is the Alaska 4x4 branch at 6450 Airport Way, which is 5 miles from the city center.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Fairbanks.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Fairbanks (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Fairbanks is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.