San Francisco Bay Area

$89+ Cheap flights from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco Bay Area

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FAT — SFO
Jan 20 — Jan 271
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/305:58 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/110:44 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/265:58 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/287:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/232:00 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3010:44 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/206:35 amFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/217:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/255:58 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2610:44 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/296:31 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/76:54 pmSFO - FAT
2 stops19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/192:00 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/237:25 amSFO - FAT
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/292:00 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/712:28 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/308:35 amFAT - SFO
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$402
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/2910:18 amFAT - SJC
1 stop7h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/610:26 amSJC - FAT
1 stop4h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$683
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/216:00 amFAT - SJC
1 stop5h 16mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/215:57 pmSJC - FAT
1 stop21h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,232

Find flight deals from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated December 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$239
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fresno Airterminal-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area 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 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Fresno

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San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/15

7:30 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 13m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

8:28 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/17

7:30 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:45 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 1/9

10:54 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

8:45 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/14

2:22 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

8:45 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 2/28

10:44 am-4:36 pm

1 stop5h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

6:40 am-10:36 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$183

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 1/8

10:54 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

8:28 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$194

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/14

6:09 pm-7:48 am

1 stop13h 39m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

12:21 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 1/14

6:09 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops28h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

4:51 pm-9:46 am

1 stop16h 55m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 2/19

6:40 pm-7:48 am

1 stop13h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

10:10 pm-10:18 am

1 stop12h 08m

$222

FresnoSan Jose

FAT - SJC

FATSJC

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 1/10

6:02 am-6:45 pm

1 stop12h 43m

San Jose

Tue 1/13

12:46 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$227

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Best time to book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $168). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 FAT to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 21, 2025.

The most flights from FAT to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated December 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Fresno Airterminal (FAT) if they book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area. Fresno Airterminal is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Fresno’s city center.

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

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area in about 1h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 30m. The distance between Fresno and San Francisco Bay Area is about 157 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area are Air New Zealand (74%), Copa Airlines (72%) and Lufthansa (64%).

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

    While on average a flight from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $626, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $163. When looking at the most popular route, (Fresno Airterminal - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $168). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area in August is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 2 airlines flying from Fresno to San Francisco Bay Area

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$162Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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