What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Fairbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Fairbanks is to drive which costs $750 - $1,200 and takes 3 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Fairbanks?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Fairbanks is to fly which takes 16h 6m and costs $800 - $3,000.

How far is it from Columbia to Fairbanks?

The distance between Columbia and Fairbanks is 3486 miles. The road distance is 4235.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Fairbanks?

It takes approximately 16h 6m to get from Columbia to Fairbanks, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 4h behind Columbia. It is currently 1:25 AM in Columbia and 9:25 PM in Fairbanks.

Can I drive from Columbia to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Fairbanks is 4235 miles. It takes approximately 3 days 4h to drive from Columbia to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 178+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

Columbia to Fairbanks - 3 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Columbia to Fairbanks by plane, car, or bus

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Fly from Columbia
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane CAE - FAI
16h 6m
$806–2,906
Bus, bus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane CLT - FAI
18h 49m
$468–1,674
Drive 4,210.9 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Fairbankscar 4,210.9 mi
3d 4h
$769–1,110

Columbia (CAE) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

22Weekly Planes

15h 5mAverage Duration

$797Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,465.7 mi
Duration: 16h 6m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Fairbanks (FAI) 3 times a day.

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