$37 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Fresno (FAT)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Fresno (SAN-FAT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $37 for one-way flights and $74 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$74 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$74
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $74 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$80 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $80 found 17 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$84 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $84 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$89 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $89 found 17 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 10
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$91 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$91
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $91 found 21 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$95 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$95
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $95 found 13 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$96 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $96 found 13 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 12
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$132 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $132 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 15
CLD
Carlsbad
FAT
Fresno
$159 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Carlsbad to Fresno, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $159 found 12 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$483 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$483
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $483 found 17 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Fresno (FAT)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $116 - $187 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Fresno (FAT)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$74
Distance
313 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 22 mins

San Diego to Fresno Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Fresno

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Fresno are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Fresno with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Fresno

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Fresno: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Fresno

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Fresno in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $37 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Fresno flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Fresno airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) starting from $117. Book your seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines flight leaving SAN on July 30 2025 and touching down at FAT. The price was last updated on July 4 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to FAT?
The cheapest flights from SAN to FAT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
When jetting out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can get on a direct flight to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to FAT?
With prices starting from $59 for a one-way flight from SAN to FAT, Alaska Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on September 13 2025. Prices were last updated on July 4 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
With, on average, 2 nonstop flights that operate from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) every day, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
Flights between SAN and FAT are busiest at 8 PM. For a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to FAT?
Travel on a Sunday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s first flight to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) departs at approximately 10:28AM UTC-8. With a flight time of 1h 20m, you'll arrive at around 11:48AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
The average flight duration from SAN to FAT is 1 hour and 16 minutes, covering a distance of 310 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to FAT?
Consider booking with Alaska Airlines if you'd like to go straight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 86%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
Choose a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Fresno from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) is the only airport in Fresno with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Compare the options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SAN to FAT are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to FAT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SAN to FAT flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SAN to FAT flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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