Fairbanks International Airport — Fairbanks, United States
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Distance & flight time from FAI
Fairbanks International Airport
FAI is Fairbanks International Airport, serving Fairbanks, Alaska's second-largest city and a key gateway to Alaska's interior and Arctic regions. The airport handles a mix of domestic passenger service, cargo operations, and international traffic, benefiting from its position along polar great-circle routes that make it valuable for cargo carriers flying between Asia and North America. FAI also supports significant seasonal tourism tied to aurora borealis viewing during winter months, drawing visitors especially from Japan and other parts of Asia. Beyond commercial aviation, the airport plays a role in supporting Alaska's oil industry logistics and connects remote interior and northern communities that rely on air travel for essential transportation.
Runways at Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 2900 ft (884 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | GRVL |
| 02L/20R | 11800 ft (3597 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASPH-G |
| 02R/20L | 4510 ft (1375 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASPH-G |
| 02W/20W | 5400 ft (1646 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | WATER |
Radio frequencies for Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.6 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.025 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.4 MHz |
| AWOS | TWEB | 108.2 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 127.6 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 32.71 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| MISC | EIELSON RANGE CON | 125.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
- Ladd Army Airfield (FBK) — 11.7 km (7.3 mi)
- Eielson Air Force Base (EIL) — 39.4 km (24.5 mi)
- Nenana Municipal Airport (ENN) — 65.1 km (40.5 mi)
- Allen Army Airfield (BIG) — 137.2 km (85.3 mi)
- Fort Yukon Airport (FYU) — 228.8 km (142.2 mi)
- Talkeetna Airport (TKA) — 298.6 km (185.5 mi)
- Indian Mountain LRRS Airport (UTO) — 300.5 km (186.7 mi)
- Gulkana Airport (GKN) — 318.8 km (198.1 mi)
FAI sees a seasonal surge in winter visitors chasing the northern lights, and it also functions as an important cargo transit point on polar routes between Asia and North America.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Fairbanks International Airport?
The IATA code for Fairbanks International Airport is FAI.
What is the ICAO code for Fairbanks International Airport?
The ICAO code for Fairbanks International Airport is PAFA. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.