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$88+ Cheap flights from Fresno to San Francisco (FAT - SFO)

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — SFO
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:19 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:19 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/66:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/510:56 amFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/711:40 amSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:06 pmFAT - SFO
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$180
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:53 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/99:57 pmSFO - FAT
1 stop11h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/11$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:05 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop4h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 12/104:54 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop14h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/128:43 amSFO - FAT
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/262:00 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/297:00 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$192
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:53 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop12h 13mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/47:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop16h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/11$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:06 pmFAT - SFO
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/66:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:10 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop12h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/96:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$199

Cheap flight deals from Fresno to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$239

Good round-trip deal

$345 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fresno to San Francisco 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 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fresno to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Fresno

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 12/5

1:32 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

11:40 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/3

7:53 pm-8:06 am

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

11:25 am-9:42 am

1 stop22h 17m

$183

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/10

4:54 pm-7:48 am

1 stop14h 54m

San Francisco

Fri 12/12

8:43 am-6:20 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$189

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 12/26

2:00 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

7:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$192

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 11/27

2:05 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

8:45 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/2

7:53 pm-8:06 am

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

8:09 am-11:27 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$212

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 3/21

7:35 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 3/22

10:50 am-11:58 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$213

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

6:13 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$217

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 12/2

7:53 pm-8:06 am

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

10:20 am-9:42 am

1 stop23h 22m

$222

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 12/3

7:53 pm-8:06 am

1 stop12h 13m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

8:09 am-9:42 am

1 stop25h 33m

$222

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Deals found on 11/13

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Compare providers for flights from Fresno to San Francisco

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 Fresno to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Fresno to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fresno to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fresno to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco (average of $168). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fresno to San Francisco in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fresno to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

The best insider tips for Fresno to San Francisco flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Fresno to San Francisco trip
Airports
FAT

Arrive 2 hours early at FAT, especially during peak times, to ensure smooth check-in and security clearance.

Read more about FATby Jennifer Simonson
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fresno to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,281 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,281 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,281 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,281 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno to San Francisco. 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 Fresno to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Fresno Airterminal. Booking flights from Airterminal (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 18 daily flights to San Francisco from 2 different airlines. 1h 05m is how long a flight from Fresno to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Flights from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco have been viewed 25 times in the past calendar month.

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

    United Airlines and Alaska Airlines can get you from Fresno to San Francisco in just under 1h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 07m. Airlines will cover a distance of 157 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $162. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $189 round trip. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Fresno to San Francisco consider choosing Copa Airlines (75%), Air New Zealand (75%) or Lufthansa (66%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Fresno to San Francisco is generally $743, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $113. 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 that include hotel bookings?

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to San Francisco (average of $168). Flying from Fresno to San Francisco 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fresno to San Francisco. 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 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$162Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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