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$88+ 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FAT
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Fresno

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 December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/267:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:58 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/317:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/710:54 amFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/307:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/62:22 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$254
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/315:05 pmSFO - FAT
1 stop16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/78:05 amFAT - SFO
1 stop7h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/118:45 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/185:58 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/2310:44 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/266:35 amFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/257:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/292:00 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$310
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/3010:16 pmSFO - FAT
1 stop11h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/67:58 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop15h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$312

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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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$251 or less

Good one-way deal

$228 or less
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Fresno that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Fresno

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

8:45 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/8

10:54 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

11:15 am-12:24 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 2/25

1:21 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

7:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/30

5:58 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$209

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

5:02 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop26h 11m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/28

6:02 am-11:01 am

1 stop4h 59m

$212

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

10:16 am-9:51 am

1 stop23h 35m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/31

10:28 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$227

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

11:41 am-9:51 am

1 stop22h 10m

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 1/30

3:04 pm-8:11 am

2 stops17h 07m

$228

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-4:29 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/31

12:25 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$234

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

10:16 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/8

7:38 am-9:58 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$238

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:45 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/31

7:30 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$239

San FranciscoFresno

SFO - FAT

SFOFAT

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

7:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/7

10:54 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$239

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Fresno

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 San Francisco to Fresno in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fresno (average of $131). Flying from San Francisco to Fresno in February is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Fresno, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Fresno flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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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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 December 12, 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
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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 9 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 06m 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 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider Air New Zealand (86%), Lufthansa (86%) or Avianca (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 $317, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $228. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Fresno (average of $131). Flying from San Francisco to Fresno in February is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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