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$117+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Fresno (SFO - 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FAT
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/287:24 amSFO - FAT
1 stop10h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/41:53 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/227:43 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/276:05 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop3h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/237:02 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop4h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$212
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/158:40 amSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/151:53 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop4h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 9/186:05 amSFO - FAT
2 stops10h 30mDelta
Sun 9/219:45 amFAT - SFO
2 stops12h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/30$509

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Fresno that are best for you.

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Fresno

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

7:24 am-6:20 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 6/4

1:53 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$162

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

7:43 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 5/27

6:05 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$179

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 6/23

7:02 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$212

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

8:40 am-9:53 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 5/15

1:53 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$506

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

9:59 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop20h 21m

$117

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

4:15 pm-5:28 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$219

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

6:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

$246

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Deals found on 4/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Fresno in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 San Francisco-Fresno flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Fresno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Fresno flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Fresno

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $504). 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 May 1, 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 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Fresno?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Fresno. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Fresno flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Fresno

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Fresno. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to FAT are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Fresno by month

Plan your trip to Fresno by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fresno ranges from 0.0 - 2.2 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.2 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Fresno when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Fresno by month

Plan your trip to Fresno by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fresno, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines from San Francisco to Fresno by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 17 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 04m 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, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Fresno Airterminal.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Fresno round-trip from $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $179, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $212. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Fresno one-way?

    $117 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $219 and $246, respectively.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (83%), United Airlines (83%) or Copa Airlines (82%) 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 $247, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $156. The most popular route (San Francisco - Fresno Airterminal), is priced around $162.

  • 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 $504). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$212Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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