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$166+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FAT
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fresno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Fresno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 24, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/159:14 pmORD - FAT
2 stops38h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/295:43 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$229
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Mon 12/1510:00 amORD - FAT
1 stop7h 44mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/293:04 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop6h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:00 amORD - FAT
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/237:15 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/22$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Mon 12/155:15 amMDW - FAT
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Thu 1/298:00 amFAT - MDW
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/23$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:59 pmORD - FAT
1 stop14h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/237:58 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop22h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/23$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/81:16 pmSTL - FAT
1 stop23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/119:35 amFAT - STL
1 stop24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Tue 12/28:20 amORD - FAT
2 stops34h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/44:20 pmFAT - ORD
1 stop17h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:20 amORD - FAT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Tue 12/99:40 amFAT - ORD
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/22$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2310:10 pmSTL - FAT
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:35 amFAT - STL
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:20 amORD - FAT
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Mon 12/85:06 pmFAT - ORD
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/22$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:15 amSTL - FAT
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Thu 12/185:06 pmFAT - STL
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/22$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:10 pmSTL - FAT
1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/284:01 pmFAT - STL
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$396

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fresno

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Fresno flight deals. Data was last updated November 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$432 or less

Good one-way deal

$833 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 November 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Fresno that are best for you.

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MolineFresno

MLI - FAT

MLIFAT

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/17

3:58 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/20

6:16 am-3:27 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$289

ChicagoFresno

MDW - FAT

MDWFAT

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/15

5:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop7h 05m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/29

8:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$289

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

7:58 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$292

MolineFresno

MLI - FAT

MLIFAT

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/17

10:47 am-5:46 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 1/20

12:45 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$294

St. LouisFresno

STL - FAT

STLFAT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/24

2:22 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 2/28

6:05 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$301

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

3:07 pm-9:56 am

1 stop20h 49m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 2/16

7:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$310

St. LouisFresno

STL - FAT

STLFAT

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 12/8

1:16 pm-11:15 am

1 stop23h 59m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 12/11

9:35 am-9:47 am

2 stops22h 12m

$343

St. LouisFresno

STL - FAT

STLFAT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 3/1

7:06 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$355

St. LouisFresno

STL - FAT

STLFAT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/24

5:14 am-12:22 pm

2 stops9h 08m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-7:19 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$358

ChicagoFresno

ORD - FAT

ORDFAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

7:20 am-11:41 am

1 stop6h 21m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/9

9:40 am-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$359

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fresno

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fresno (average of $154). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to FAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 24, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Fresno in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Fresno from Illinois, you will be flying to Airterminal, which is the city’s only airport. Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is located 4.8 mi from the center of Fresno.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Fresno?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Fresno can take about 7h 05m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $289. The distance between Illinois and Fresno is about 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 to fly from Illinois to Fresno one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Allegiant Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $166. Users have also found prices from $228 and $240 on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Fresno?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fresno Airterminal, Chicago Midway - Fresno Airterminal or Lambert-St Louis - Fresno Airterminal when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Fresno.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fresno?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $293. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fresno Airterminal) can be booked for $229 on average, our data indicates $695 when flying from Illinois to Fresno.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Fresno?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fresno (average of $154). Flying from Illinois 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Fresno

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$189Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$194Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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