$39 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 $39 for one-way flights and $77 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$77 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$77
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $77 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $77 just found
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$87 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $87 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$87 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $87 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$92 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $92 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Wed, Dec 17
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 10
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$102 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $102 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Dec 15
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$107 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $107 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 22
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$123 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $123 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SAN
San Diego
FAT
Fresno
$133 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from San Diego to Fresno, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $133 found 3 hours ago

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

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $82 - $211 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Fresno

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Fresno Yosemite Intl. FAT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 9 minutes. Flights from $201
FAT
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center9 min
Flights from $201
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, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$77
Distance
313 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 6 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 December. 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 $39 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?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $39 or cheap return flight from $77 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
December is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to FAT. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to scoring lower fares.
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 Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SAN to FAT. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a good deal.
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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