Fairbanks International Airport Departures

Transportation Security Administration rules

Passengers arriving at Fairbanks International Airport should take into consideration that they should be at the airport at least two hours prior, before their departure flight. Transportation Security Administration officers must check all passengers who fly from/to Fairbanks International Airport. TSA agents check all needed documentation of each passenger, and if customers are not ticketed, they will not be allowed to go to the security screening point.

Carry-on and Checked baggage limits at FAI

There are special limits for carry-on and checked baggage. The following items should be packed in the carry-on bag:

  • Films or Cameras
  • Jewelry, cash, laptop computers
  • Liquids and Gels should be placed in individual containers

Also, gifts and packages must not be wrapped and taken on the board, as they are subject to check. Moreover, checked baggage is only accepted within 4 hours before departure.

Online Check-in at FAI

Fairbanks International Airport allows doing online check-in in advance, via the web or by mobile phone/ tablet 24 hours before the scheduled flight. Furthermore, there are check-in kiosks, for self-service, at FAI airport; they are located at the lobby next to the ticketing/bag drop-off area. With the help of online check-in, passengers are allowed to skip the check-in line and go to the appropriate gate.

For those customers who need help with the check-in procedure, or have paper tickets, can ask for assistance to customer service agents.

Security Wait Times

The security wait times at FAI airport are always subject to change, and they are depended on various conditions, such as weather forecast, or TSA officers working hours, etc. The passengers are urged to arrive earlier at the airport. Also, they have to check their scheduled flight times and security wait times at ticket counters.

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