getting here & GETTING AROUND

Even with its far away and remote location, Fairbanks is the farthest north city in Alaska and the United States accessible by air, rail, road and, in some cases, ocean! Visitors come from around the world to bask in the midnight sun, chase the aurora and experience the thrill of winter in Fairbanks.

Fairbanks International Airport is close to downtown Fairbanks and provides great service and support for travelers. Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines offer daily, year-round direct flights to and from Seattle. Delta Air Lines and United Airlines typically offer direct service to and from other Lower 48 cities during the summer season. There are a variety of connecting flights that make getting to Fairbanks easy from anywhere in the United States at any time of the year. Within the state, Alaska Airlines provides daily, year-round direct service to and from Anchorage while regional air carriers, including Wright Air Service and Warbelow’s Air, serve Fairbanks and numerous Interior Alaska rural communities.

All aboard! The Alaska Railroad provides year-round service to Fairbanks. The daily summer train between Fairbanks and Anchorage is a magnificent 12-hour journey that stops in Talkeetna and Denali National Park. In winter, the train offers service between Anchorage and Fairbanks, allowing passengers to experience Alaska in winter from the comfort of a warm railcar.

Moving around town is easy with rental cars and motorhomes, shuttles, taxis and rideshare services available in addition to the Fairbanks MACS Transit Bus System. Statewide shuttle companies provide daily transportation to many locations. Some vendors offer rental cars and campers suitable for travel on gravel roads like the Dalton and Denali highways.