Fairbanks International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 53m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Fairbanks International Airport
Fairbanks International Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located three miles (5 km) southwest of the central business district of Fairbanks, a city in the Fairbanks North Star Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located in the South Van Horn census-designated place. Fairbanks was the smallest city in the United States with regularly scheduled non-stop international flights, as Condor offered weekly flights to Frankfurt during the summer tourist season. Air North is now the only international airline to offer scheduled charters with flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PAFANOTAMs
PAFAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L / 20R | 11,800 ft / 3,597 m | 150 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
| 02W / 20W | 5,400 ft / 1,646 m | 100 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 02R / 20L | 4,510 ft / 1,375 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 2,900 ft / 884 m | 75 ft | Grvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.600 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.025 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.400 MHz |
| AWOS | TWEB | 108.200 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.600 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 32.710 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | EIELSON RANGE CON | 125.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 13 of 23 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAIRBANKS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2900 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NE (from about 45°), on 15% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 78% | -3,621 ft | |
| Feb | 74% | -3,166 ft | |
| Mar | 87% | -2,355 ft | |
| Apr | 89% | -1,091 ft | |
| May | 96% | 188 ft | |
| Jun | 92% | 827 ft | |
| Jul | 86% | 860 ft | |
| Aug | 82% | 501 ft | |
| Sep | 79% | -84 ft | |
| Oct | 73% | -993 ft | |
| Nov | 71% | -2,367 ft | |
| Dec | 75% | -3,052 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,621–860 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fairbanks International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fairbanks International Airport?
The ICAO code for Fairbanks International Airport is PAFA, and its IATA code is FAI.
Where is Fairbanks International Airport located?
Fairbanks International Airport is medium airport located in Fairbanks, United States, at an elevation of 439 ft (134 m).
How many runways does Fairbanks International Airport have?
Fairbanks International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 11,800 ft / 3,597 m.
Which airlines fly to Fairbanks International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Fairbanks International Airport include 40-Mile Air, Alaska Airlines, Astral Aviation, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Fairbanks International Airport?
Historical data lists 19 nonstop destinations from Fairbanks International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Fairbanks International Airport in?
Fairbanks International Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fairbanks International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fairbanks International Airport is approximately 14.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fairbanks International Airport?
The nearest airport to Fairbanks International Airport is Chena Marina Airport (AK28), about 1.6 nm to the w, followed by Metro Field and Creamers Field Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fairbanks International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.