- Must visit
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Major interior Alaska museum covering natural history, Alaska Native cultures, and regional art on the university campus.
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Alaska Airlines
About
Alaska Airlines, headquartered in SeaTac, Washington, is a major U.S. airline and the fifth-largest in North America by scheduled passengers carried as of 2024. Along with its regional partners, Horizon Air and SkyWest Airlines, Alaska Airlines operates a route network primarily connecting cities along the West Coast of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, to over 100 destinations in the contiguous U.S., the Bahamas, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Mexico. The airline is a member of the Oneworld alliance, offering passengers access to a broad global network. Alaska Airlines is known for its customer service and loyalty program, Mileage Plan, and offers First Class, Premium Class, and Main Cabin seating options. The airline's primary hub is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. In 2024, its parent company, Alaska Air Group, acquired Hawaiian Airlines.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alaska Airlines Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Alaska Airlines Price
$224
Alaska Airlines frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (22 x 14 x 9) and 1 personal item included
Additional luggage
Checked bags fees start at $30 for first bag, $40 for second bag
Cancellation Policy
Saver fares are non-refundable. Main and First Class fares are refundable with fee, depending on fare type and elite status
Pregnant on board
Passengers can fly up to 36 weeks pregnant. After 28 weeks, medical certificate required
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children ages 5-17. Service fee is $50 per direction on nonstop flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Alaska Airlines provides wheelchair assistance and special services for passengers with disabilities, including meet-and-assist services and accessible seating
Pets
Pets allowed in cabin and cargo hold. Service animals welcome. Fees apply for pets in cabin ($100)
Entertaiment on board
Complete guide to Fairbanks, AK
Things to do in Fairbanks, AK
Discover the best of Fairbanks, AK — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fairbanks, AK trip today.
- Recommended
Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
Specialized museum on automobile history in Alaska, with restored vehicles and stories of travel in northern conditions.
- Recommended
Fairbanks Community Museum
Downtown local-history museum with exhibits on gold rush, aviation, commerce, and everyday life in Fairbanks.
- Must visit
Ester Dome
Popular summit viewpoint with short hikes, city panoramas, and strong chances to watch sunset or northern lights.
- Recommended
2nd Avenue
Walkable downtown strip with shops, historic facades, murals, and easy access to museums and riverfront paths.
- Recommended
Murphy Dome Road
Scenic road through hills north of town, known for broad vistas and winter aurora viewing pullouts.
- Gluten-free
Alaska Salmon
Smoked or grilled Alaska salmon is a staple Interior and statewide food, prized for rich flavor and deep ties to subsistence fishing and summer harvests.
Reindeer Sausage
Reindeer sausage is a Fairbanks favorite, often served grilled, in buns, or at breakfast. It reflects Alaska game traditions and local sausage-making.
- Gluten-free
Alaska King Crab
King crab from Alaska is celebrated for sweet, rich meat and is commonly served simply with butter so the local seafood quality stands out.
The Cookie Jar Restaurant
Long-running local spot known for sourdough pancakes, reindeer sausage, and generous Alaska-style breakfasts in a rustic room.
Lavelle's Bistro
Refined yet approachable restaurant known for Alaska seafood, game, and seasonal ingredients in a warm downtown setting.
Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Co.
Popular brewpub serving house beers, hearty pub food, and some local flavors in a lively casual atmosphere.
United States Dollar ($)
Fairbanks is pricier than many US cities due to remote logistics. Hotels, dining, and tours cost more, while local transit is limited so visitors often need taxis or cars.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- $10-18 for fast food or casual takeout.
- Mid-range
- $20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- $45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- $3-6 for a coffee drink.
Tipping culture
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if there is table service or a tip jar.
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