What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which costs $290 - $1,200 and takes 14h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which takes 14h 47m and costs $290 - $1,200.

How far is it from Iowa City to Fairbanks?

The distance between Iowa City and Fairbanks is 2725 miles. The road distance is 3334.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks?

It takes approximately 14h 54m to get from Iowa City to Fairbanks, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 3h behind Iowa City. It is currently 7:04 AM in Iowa City and 4:04 AM in Fairbanks.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Fairbanks is 3335 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 13h to drive from Iowa City to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 175+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

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

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

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Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane CID - FAI
14h 54m
$539–1,988
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Molinebus
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane MLI - FAI
14h 47m
$294–1,123
Drive 3,315.2 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Fairbankscar 3,315.2 mi
2d 13h
$605–874

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

20Weekly Planes

11h 9mAverage Duration

$534Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,708.7 mi
Duration: 14h 54m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Fairbanks (FAI) 3 times a day.

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