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$108+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FAT
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vie. 8/22
vie. 8/29
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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 agosto 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$108
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$833 or less
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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 agosto 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
mié. 11/59:20 amORD - FAT
1 stop16h 05mAlaska Airlines
mar. 11/116:00 amFAT - ORD
1 stop15h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/16$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
sáb. 9/612:46 pmORD - FAT
1 stop22h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/1611:09 amFAT - ORD
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
mar. 9/167:09 pmORD - FAT
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/2711:09 amFAT - ORD
1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$221
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
mié. 11/52:54 pmORD - FAT
1 stop10h 31mAlaska Airlines
lun. 11/177:34 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop16h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/16$224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
mié. 9/37:05 amORD - FAT
2 stops28h 19mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/911:09 amFAT - ORD
1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
vie. 10/39:54 pmORD - FAT
1 stop14h 23mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/56:29 pmFAT - ORD
2 stops13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
mar. 9/166:10 amMDW - FAT
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
sáb. 9/2710:45 amFAT - MDW
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$288
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
sáb. 11/85:20 amMDW - FAT
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
vie. 11/144:10 pmFAT - MDW
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
sáb. 9/66:15 amMDW - FAT
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
mar. 9/165:40 amFAT - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
sáb. 9/138:15 amMDW - FAT
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
mar. 9/165:40 amFAT - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
sáb. 9/66:15 amMDW - FAT
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
sáb. 9/1310:45 amFAT - MDW
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
sáb. 11/89:20 amMDW - FAT
2 stops11h 22mDelta
sáb. 11/156:00 amFAT - MDW
2 stops10h 07mDelta
Deal found 8/16$314

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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 agosto 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Fresno that are best for you.

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ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

9:20 am-11:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Fresno Airterminal

mar. 11/11

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$204

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/6

12:46 pm-8:49 am

1 stop22h 03m

Fresno Airterminal

mar. 9/16

11:09 am-6:14 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$220

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/16

7:09 pm-9:24 am

2 stops40h 15m

Fresno Airterminal

sáb. 9/27

11:09 am-11:48 am

1 stop22h 39m

$221

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

2:54 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Fresno Airterminal

sáb. 11/15

10:17 am-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$224

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/11

7:59 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop29h 26m

Fresno Airterminal

lun. 11/17

3:05 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$224

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/11

7:59 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop29h 26m

Fresno Airterminal

sáb. 11/15

10:17 am-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$224

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/4

7:59 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop29h 26m

Fresno Airterminal

sáb. 11/8

3:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$224

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

9:20 am-11:25 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Fresno Airterminal

mié. 11/12

10:17 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$224

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/5

2:54 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Fresno Airterminal

lun. 11/17

7:34 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$224

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

mar. 9/16

6:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 50m

Fresno Airterminal

sáb. 9/27

10:45 am-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$288

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Fresno

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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 August 8, 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 $363). Flying from Chicago to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $445). 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 agosto 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Fresno in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 80% 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 $378.

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 35m.

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 37m.

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 agosto 17, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,919 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 5 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.

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

    Currently priced at $177, 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 Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $194 and $240, respectively. These flights start at 55% 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 $552, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $269. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fresno Airterminal), is priced around $234.

  • 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 $363). Flying from Chicago to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $445). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Fresno

Discover the top 5 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 agosto 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$194Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$240Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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