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$125+ Cheap flights from Fresno (FAT) to Salinas, CA, 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FAT — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Fresno Airterminal to Salinas are usually found in March or December, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Round-trip from

$232
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$309
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Cheapest flights from Fresno to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fresno to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/136:05 amFAT - SFO
1 stop17h 40mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/247:35 amSFO - FAT
1 stop26h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/52:25 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/910:49 pmSFO - FAT
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$249
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/77:05 pmFAT - SFO
1 stop4h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 3/87:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop5h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/18$292
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/92:20 pmFAT - SFO
Nonstop1h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/117:00 amSFO - FAT
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$406

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Fresno

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Salinas

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Depart

Return

Price

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 3/13

6:05 am-11:45 pm

1 stop17h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

7:35 am-9:35 am

1 stop26h 00m

$232

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 4/5

2:25 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

10:49 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$249

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 3/7

7:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

7:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$292

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Sun 3/9

2:20 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$406

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 4/8

8:42 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 02m

$125

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 3/13

7:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$131

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 3/12

12:45 pm-8:33 am

2 stops19h 48m

$143

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 3/6

7:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$151

FresnoSan Francisco

FAT - SFO

FATSFO

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 2/27

1:33 pm-9:30 am

3 stops19h 57m

$519

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Travel insights for flights from Fresno to Salinas

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fresno to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Fresno to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Fresno to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Fresno to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Fresno to Salinas, 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 Salinas?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fresno to Salinas flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Fresno to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Fresno to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from FAT to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Fresno to Salinas have to say. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Fresno to Salinas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salinas from Airterminal; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Fresno airport to Salinas. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to Airterminal (FAT) from Fresno’s city center.

  • How popular is this Fresno to Salinas flight route?

    The Fresno Airterminal to Salinas flight path was viewed by 56 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $125. Alaska Airlines flights start at $137 while deals on Delta start at $143 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Fresno, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (76%), Avianca (75%), SkyWest Airlines( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fresno to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from Fresno to Salinas is generally $1,211, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Fresno Airterminal - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $249 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fresno to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Fresno to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 airline flying from Fresno to Salinas

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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