Is it cheaper to fly into Fairbanks or Anchorage?
Is it cheaper to fly into Fairbanks or Anchorage? Flights to Anchorage are much more frequent and typically cheaper than Fairbanks. In terms of hotels and accommodations, Fairbanks will be slightly higher as there aren't as many options. Food costs are about the same or slightly higher in Fairbanks simply due to its location so far north compared to Anchorage.
Can you see the northern lights without a tour?
First of all, if the aurora is dancing brightly you'll be able to see it even from a city center (plus you'll always be able to get away from bright lights in Norwegian cities by heading to the parks). So if the weather and aurora forecast are good, you might not need to take a tour to see the northern lights.