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Airports near Fairbanks (EIL)
10 airports within driving distance of Eielson Air Force Base. Flying from an alternate airport is the single easiest way to cut your fare — our agents compare them all on one call.
| Airport | Distance | Fly from here | Live board |
|---|---|---|---|
FBK — Ladd AAF Airfield Fort Wainwright, United States | 19 mi (31 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
FAI — Fairbanks International Airport Fairbanks, United States | 25 mi (39 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
ENN — Nenana Municipal Airport Nenana, United States | 59 mi (95 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
BIG — Allen Army Airfield Delta Junction, United States | 62 mi (100 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
MCL — McKinley National Park Airport McKinley Park, United States | 84 mi (136 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
CEM — Central Airport Central, United States | 92 mi (148 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
MLY — Manley Hot Springs Airport Manley Hot Springs, United States | 107 mi (171 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
WBQ — Beaver Airport Beaver, United States | 118 mi (189 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
IRC — Circle City /New/ Airport Circle, United States | 119 mi (191 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
FYU — Fort Yukon Airport Fort Yukon, United States | 142 mi (228 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
Frequently asked questions
What airports are near Fairbanks?
Besides Eielson Air Force Base (EIL), travelers can use Ladd AAF Airfield (FBK, 19 mi), Fairbanks International Airport (FAI, 25 mi), Nenana Municipal Airport (ENN, 59 mi), Allen Army Airfield (BIG, 62 mi) and others — all within driving distance.
Is it cheaper to fly from an alternate airport?
Often yes. Fares between nearby airports on the same route regularly differ by $100 or more, especially around holidays. Low-cost carriers also tend to favor secondary airports.
How do I compare fares across all airports near Fairbanks at once?
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