Fresno

$126+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Fresno (FAT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FAT
Nov 22 — Nov 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Fresno Airterminal are usually found in April or August, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Fresno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Fresno (FAT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(Trip.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$432 or less

Good one-way deal

$353 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Fresno Airterminal flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Fresno Airterminal flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Fresno Airterminal
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Fresno Airterminal
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Fresno Airterminal.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Fresno Airterminal.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Fresno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Fresno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/63:05 pmORD - FAT
1 stop10h 22mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/1010:19 amFAT - ORD
1 stop11h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/21$175
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:55 amORD - FAT
1 stop11h 56mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/111:27 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/22$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:58 pmORD - FAT
1 stop16h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:24 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$215
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:05 pmORD - FAT
1 stop20h 37mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/237:58 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop22h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/22$216
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:20 amORD - FAT
1 stop7h 08mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/32:01 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop7h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/22$225
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:38 pmORD - FAT
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/176:24 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:58 pmORD - FAT
1 stop13h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/266:27 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:54 pmORD - FAT
1 stop14h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/313:13 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop7h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:58 pmORD - FAT
1 stop18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/19:11 amFAT - ORD
2 stops44h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/258:39 pmORD - FAT
1 stop14h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/271:29 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:20 amMDW - FAT
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 11/164:10 pmFAT - MDW
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 10/23$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/61:14 pmMDW - FAT
2 stops10h 25mDelta
Wed 12/106:05 amFAT - MDW
2 stops9h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/21$299

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Fresno that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Fresno that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Fresno

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ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/12

3:05 pm-9:42 am

1 stop20h 37m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 12/15

7:53 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop22h 01m

$188

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

8:55 am-6:51 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/11

1:27 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$188

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/15

8:55 am-9:42 am

1 stop26h 47m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/23

3:45 pm-2:37 pm

1 stop20h 52m

$215

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

9:20 am-2:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/3

2:01 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$225

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

4:58 pm-12:39 pm

1 stop21h 41m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 11/30

9:57 pm-5:32 am

1 stop29h 35m

$264

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

4:58 pm-9:16 am

1 stop18h 18m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 12/1

9:11 am-5:32 am

1 stop18h 21m

$272

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/15

8:20 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 11/16

4:10 pm-1:30 am

1 stop7h 20m

$289

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/6

1:14 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/10

6:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$299

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/27

10:25 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/2

4:40 pm-5:05 am

1 stop10h 25m

$318

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/17

12:20 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 11/18

8:10 am-7:15 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$347

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Deals found on 10/21

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Fresno in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fresno flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Fresno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Fresno flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Fresno flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fresno

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fresno from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Fresno

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Fresno?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Fresno is 35 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Fresno?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fresno (average of $154). Flying from Chicago to Fresno in July is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to FAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Fresno. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Fresno in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Fresno?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fresno. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Fresno flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Fresno?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Fresno?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Fresno chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Fresno on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Fresno?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Fresno, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $345.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Fresno?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Fresno, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 46m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Fresno?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Fresno, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 57m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fresno

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fresno. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Fresno. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Fresno by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Fresno. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Fresno from Chicago?

    Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Fresno. You should not have trouble finding flights to Airterminal from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Fresno airport from Chicago. It is only a 4.8 mi journey from Airterminal (FAT) to Fresno’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Fresno?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Chicago to Fresno in about 6h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 27m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1733 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Fresno round-trip?

    Currently priced at $158, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Fresno and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $194 and $258, respectively. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Fresno?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Fresno? While on average our users pay $582, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fresno Airterminal), is priced around $215.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Fresno that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Fresno flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Fresno?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Fresno.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Fresno?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Fresno by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Fresno?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Fresno (average of $154). Flying from Chicago to Fresno in July is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Fresno

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Fresno. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$194Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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