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$81+ Cheap flights from Fresno (FAT) to Riverside, CA

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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fresno Airterminal to Riverside are usually found in August or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Fresno to Riverside

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Round-trip from

$169
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$81
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$304
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 5/129:58 amFAT - LAX
1 stop23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1910:10 pmLAX - FAT
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$169
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/245:45 amFAT - LAX
1 stop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/19:30 pmLAX - FAT
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 6/136:40 pmFAT - LAX
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Sat 6/142:05 pmLAX - FAT
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/97:12 pmFAT - LAX
1 stop16h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/1310:31 amLAX - FAT
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$280
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/1211:02 amFAT - LAX
2 stops9h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/196:20 pmLAX - FAT
1 stop14h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$339

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fresno to Riverside 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 March 28, 2025.
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FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 5/12

9:58 am-9:56 am

1 stop23h 58m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

10:10 pm-9:49 am

1 stop11h 39m

$169

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 4/24

5:45 am-9:34 am

1 stop3h 49m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$189

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 6/13

6:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/14

2:05 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$264

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 5/9

7:12 pm-11:54 am

1 stop16h 42m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

10:31 am-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$280

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Mon 5/12

11:02 am-8:12 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

6:20 pm-9:14 am

1 stop14h 54m

$339

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 4/20

6:35 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$81

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 4/3

1:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$115

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 5/6

4:14 pm-7:34 am

1 stop15h 20m

$138

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 5/6

1:00 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops6h 07m

$150

FresnoLos Angeles

FAT - LAX

FATLAX

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 4/3

9:23 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$191

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Best time to book a flight from Fresno to Riverside

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fresno to Riverside

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fresno to Riverside. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Fresno to Riverside. 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 Fresno to Riverside?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Fresno to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fresno to Riverside?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fresno to Riverside. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Riverside by month

Plan your trip to Riverside by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riverside ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Riverside when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riverside by month

Plan your trip to Riverside by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riverside, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fresno to Riverside, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fresno to Riverside. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fresno to Riverside?

    Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Fresno to Riverside. You should not have trouble finding flights to Riverside from Airterminal; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Riverside per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Fresno airport to Riverside. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to Airterminal (FAT) from Fresno’s city center.

  • How popular is this Fresno to Riverside flight route?

    Within the past month, 57 users have taken a look at flights from Fresno Airterminal to Riverside.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $115 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $138 and Alaska Airlines from $150 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fresno to Riverside?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Fresno to Riverside on time: Lufthansa (93%), Air Canada (90%), SkyWest Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fresno to Riverside?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $124. While the most popular route (Fresno Airterminal - Los Angeles) can be booked for $126 on average our data indicates $1,739 when flying from Fresno to Riverside.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fresno to Riverside?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fresno to Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Riverside (average of $246). Flying from Fresno to Riverside in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Riverside

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fresno to Riverside. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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