$74 Cheap Flights from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Popular airlines from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

Cheap Flights from Fresno to San Francisco (FAT-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $137 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $137 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$145 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $145 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $153 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$162 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $162 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$162 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $162 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 17
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$170 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $170 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$173 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $173 found 4 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 18
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$176 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $176 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 18
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$179 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $179 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 18
FAT
Fresno
SFO
San Francisco
$283 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Fresno to San Francisco, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $283 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $171 - $442 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Fresno (FAT) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$136
Distance
158 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 1 min

Fresno to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Fresno to San Francisco

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 Fresno to San Francisco are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Fresno to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Fresno to San Francisco: 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 Fresno to San Francisco

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 Fresno to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 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 Fresno to San Francisco 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 Fresno to San Francisco 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 Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Score affordable return tickets from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) starting at $179. Book your seat and take off on your trip. 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 United flight leaving FAT on August 2 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from FAT to SFO?
The cheapest flights from FAT to SFO 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 Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When setting off from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT), you can catch a direct flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from FAT to SFO?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from FAT to SFO is United. You can take off on this route from $204. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from FAT on October 2 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When flying out of Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More travelers fly between FAT and SFO at 2 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from FAT to SFO?
Fly on a Friday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) is at around 7:30AM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll arrive at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 8:42AM UTC-8. The overall travel time is 1h 12m.
How long does it take to fly from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Typically, it takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to travel the 160 mi from FAT to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from FAT to SFO?
United Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight schedule before you take off and get real-time updates about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 San Francisco from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT)?
Explore your flight options from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the only San Francisco airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from FAT to SFO right before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a FAT to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a FAT to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most instances, you're able to reschedule or cancel your FAT to SFO flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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