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$66+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Fresno (SAN - FAT)

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SAN — FAT
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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The best prices from San Diego to Fresno Airterminal are usually found in January or February, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fresno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 January 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$66
(Trip.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$196
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Fresno Airterminal flight deals.
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From San Diego to Fresno Airterminal
One-way flight from San Diego to Fresno Airterminal
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Fresno
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/510:28 amSAN - FAT
Nonstop1h 20mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/97:05 pmFAT - SAN
Nonstop1h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/61:31 pmSAN - FAT
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/99:53 pmFAT - SAN
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/181:40 pmSAN - FAT
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/206:08 pmFAT - SAN
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$182
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/56:33 amSAN - FAT
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/97:16 pmFAT - SAN
1 stop3h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/67:10 amSAN - FAT
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Sun 2/911:30 amFAT - SAN
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/611:20 amSAN - FAT
2 stops10h 15mDelta
Sun 2/912:40 pmFAT - SAN
1 stop20h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/16$659

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San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Wed 2/5

10:28 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/9

7:05 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$127

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Thu 2/6

1:31 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/9

9:53 pm-8:58 am

1 stop11h 05m

$149

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Tue 2/18

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 2/20

6:08 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 06m

$182

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Wed 2/5

6:33 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/9

7:16 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$197

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Thu 2/6

7:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 45m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/9

11:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$292

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Thu 2/6

11:20 am-9:35 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 2/9

12:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 30m

$659

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Fri 2/7

5:18 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$66

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Fri 2/7

6:15 am-3:06 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$76

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Sat 3/1

6:22 am-12:09 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$94

San DiegoFresno

SAN - FAT

SANFAT

San Diego

Mon 2/17

8:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$129

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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 Diego to Fresno in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice 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 Diego-Fresno flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Fresno flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Fresno flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Fresno 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 San Diego-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 Diego to Fresno

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Fresno

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to Fresno including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Fresno. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Fresno. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fresno (average of $363). Flying from San Diego to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 SAN to FAT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 January 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Fresno at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Fresno

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego 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 January 17, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to FAT are scheduled on a Friday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 January 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Diego 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.
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
8,964 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Fresno, you will be flying from San Diego to Airterminal. Flights to Fresno Airterminal (FAT) from San Diego (SAN) take 1h 20m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from San Diego to Fresno per day from 3 airlines.

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

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Fresno, with prices starting at $127. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $182 and $197, respectively. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $66. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Fresno for a low price.

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

    Consider Horizon Air (75%), Japan Airlines (56%) or Alaska Airlines (56%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Fresno.

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Fresno is generally $189, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $68. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Fresno Airterminal), you can expect to pay $149 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Fresno (average of $363). Flying from San Diego to Fresno in June is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Fresno

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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