Flying in Fairbanks, AK
There are 10 airfields within 93 miles of Fairbanks — the nearest is Ladd Army Airfield (PAFB), about 3 miles out. Daylight runs from about 20h 59m of daylight at midsummer down to about 3h 01m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Fairbanks
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Ladd Army Airfield
Fairbanks International Airport
Eielson Air Force Base
Gold King Creek Airport
Nenana Municipal Airport
Clear Airport
Healy River Airport
Allen Army Airfield
Denali National Park Airport
Manley Hot Springs Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 01:31–22:29 | 20h 59m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:08–17:52 | 11h 45m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 10:29–13:31 | 3h 01m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 4.1°C / 39°F | -6.8°C / 20°F | 13 km/h | 21% |
| Summer | 20.6°C / 69°F | 11.2°C / 52°F | 13 km/h | 38% |
| Autumn | 1.4°C / 35°F | -5°C / 23°F | 12 km/h | 29% |
| Winter | -13.2°C / 8°F | -20.2°C / -4°F | 12 km/h | 30% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Fairbanks, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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