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$97+ Cheap flights from Fresno to San Francisco (FAT - SFO)

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FAT — SFO
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to San Francisco
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 February 13, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/241:15 pm
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 3/316:40 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Fri 3/201:15 pm
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 3/227:10 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/2710:45 am
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 3/110:45 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 3/281:15 pm
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Wed 4/14:50 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 6/56:20 am
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 6/174:10 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 10/276:45 pm
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 10/316:30 pm
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$239
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/249:25 am
FAT
-
SFO
1 stop13h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/316:35 am
SFO
-
FAT
1 stop7h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1510:21 pm
FAT
-
SFO
2 stops12h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/177:32 pm
SFO
-
FAT
1 stop17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 5/116:05 am
FAT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 04m
United Airlines
Thu 5/218:27 am
SFO
-
FAT
Nonstop1h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/266:35 pm
FAT
-
SFO
1 stop13h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/28:18 pm
SFO
-
FAT
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/36:02 am
FAT
-
SFO
1 stop17h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 3/66:40 am
SFO
-
FAT
1 stop15h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/8$268

Find 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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$97
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$214

Good round-trip deal

$446 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fresno Airterminal-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Fresno Airterminal-San Francisco flights.
From Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco
One-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to San Francisco.

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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

Tue 3/24

1:15 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

6:40 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 4/25

9:45 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

9:15 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 3/26

1:15 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

6:40 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$179

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 2/26

6:41 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

7:00 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 2/27

1:21 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:45 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 2/27

1:21 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

7:00 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$209

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 3/28

1:15 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

4:50 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$228

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 2/21

6:41 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

7:00 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$239

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 4/11

6:20 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

12:13 pm-1:29 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$239

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 3/30

7:18 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

8:45 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$239

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fresno-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Fresno with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March 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 $187). 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 February 13, 2026.

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 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 February 7, 2026.

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. Tuesday evenings 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

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Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on FAT

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

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.

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 February 13, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fresno to San Francisco, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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 11 daily flights to San Francisco from 1 airline. 1h 04m 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?

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

    United Airlines can get you from Fresno to San Francisco in just under 1h 09m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 157 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $179. United Airlines is currently priced 34% 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 Air New Zealand (68%), Emirates (67%) or Copa Airlines (67%) 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 $1,063, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $117. 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, March 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 $187). 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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