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$84+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Fresno (SFO - FAT)

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SFO — FAT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Fresno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
From San Francisco to Fresno Airterminal
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Fresno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Fresno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:45 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/142:37 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$179
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/27:10 amSFO - FAT
1 stop16h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/141:24 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop24h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/248:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/12:32 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$183
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/254:40 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/12:37 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop0h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/248:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:22 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/238:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/12:32 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:35 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2810:50 amFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/238:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:22 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/238:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3011:09 amFAT - SFO
1 stop10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/248:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/210:17 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/238:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/210:17 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/25:45 amSFO - FAT
1 stop15h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1411:07 amFAT - SFO
2 stops23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$208

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Fresno that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Fresno

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

12:50 pm-1:56 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 10/19

8:31 am-9:34 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$179

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

7:10 am-11:42 pm

1 stop16h 32m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 10/14

1:24 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$181

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

10:37 pm-8:19 am

1 stop9h 42m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 9/28

9:58 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$228

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

4:40 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 10/5

10:50 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$241

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

11:20 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 12/1

2:05 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$244

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

9:25 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 17m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 9/30

6:08 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$244

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

4:40 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 10/14

6:45 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$244

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

8:45 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/1

6:08 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$244

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 10/2

2:37 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$244

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 10/4

2:37 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop0h 58m

$244

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Fresno flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Fresno trip
Airports
SFO

For a quick departure, use the AirTrain Red Line to navigate between terminals and security checkpoints efficiently.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
FAT

For a smooth arrival, consider renting a car at FAT. The rental center is a short walk from the terminal.

Read more about FATby Jennifer Simonson
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Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on FAT

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Fresno

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Fresno from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Fresno

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fresno (average of $363). Flying from San Francisco to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SFO to FAT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Fresno in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from San Francisco to Fresno have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Fresno. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Fresno?

    If you wish to fly to Fresno from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Fresno Airterminal. There are 16 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Airterminal (FAT) per day to choose from. Flights to Fresno from San Francisco are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 03m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Fresno Airterminal typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Fresno flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Fresno Airterminal.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Fresno?

    Departing from San Francisco to Fresno will take you 1h 06m. The distance from San Francisco to Fresno is about 157 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Fresno round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Fresno round-trip from $179. Users have found that United Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Fresno?

    Consider Lufthansa (88%), Emirates (85%) or SkyWest Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Fresno.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Fresno?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Fresno? While on average our users pay $166, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $153. The most popular route (San Francisco - Fresno Airterminal), is priced around $179.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Fresno?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Fresno?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fresno (average of $363). Flying from San Francisco to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Fresno

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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