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Find cheap flights from San Diego to Fresno from $70

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Fresno, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Fresno, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Fresno (SAN-FAT)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Fresno that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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9:12 pm - 7:42 amSAN-FAT
10h 30m1 stop
10:04 pm - 9:14 amFAT-SAN
11h 10m1 stop
Wed, May 8 - Sun, May 12
9:12 pm - 7:42 amSAN-FAT
10h 30m1 stop
4:32 pm - 10:25 pmFAT-SAN
5h 53m1 stop
Wed, May 8 - Wed, May 15
4:15 pm - 5:30 pmSAN-FAT
1h 15mnonstop
12:10 pm - 1:25 pmFAT-SAN
1h 15mnonstop
$177Alaska Airlines
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Tue, May 14 - Tue, May 21
10:12 am - 11:30 amSAN-FAT
1h 18mnonstop
6:50 pm - 8:02 pmFAT-SAN
1h 12mnonstop
$181Alaska Airlines
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Thu, May 16 - Mon, May 20
4:25 pm - 9:50 pmSAN-FAT
5h 25m1 stop
12:40 pm - 6:15 pmFAT-SAN
5h 35m1 stop
$206American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 17
5:00 pm - 6:16 pmSAN-FAT
1h 16mnonstop
12:40 pm - 6:15 pmFAT-SAN
5h 35m1 stop
$246American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 17
5:18 pm - 12:03 amSAN-FAT
6h 45m1 stop
2:10 pm - 5:52 pmFAT-SAN
3h 42m1 stop
$256United Airlines
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Tue, May 14 - Tue, May 21
1:44 pm - 5:25 pmSAN-FAT
3h 41m1 stop
6:33 am - 12:42 pmFAT-SAN
6h 09m1 stop
$266United Airlines
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Tue, May 21 - Wed, May 22
11:06 am - 9:49 pmSAN-FAT
10h 43m2 stops
12:45 pm - 10:21 pmFAT-SAN
9h 36m2 stops
$472Delta
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Thu, May 16 - Mon, May 20
6:15 am - 4:48 pmSAN-FAT
10h 33m2 stops
12:39 pm - 10:19 pmFAT-SAN
9h 40m2 stops
$1,400Delta
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Tue, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 4

Flights from San Diego to Fresno - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Fresno to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Fresno?

The average price of all flights from San Diego to Fresno clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Fresno on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to San Diego, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fresno?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Diego to Fresno, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Fresno is September, where tickets cost $158 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and June, where the average cost of tickets is $358 and $258 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Fresno?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Diego to Fresno, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Fresno, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 55 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Diego to Fresno?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Fresno from San Diego were found on Alaska Airlines ($89) and United Airlines ($98), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on Alaska Airlines ($177) and American Airlines ($206).

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Diego and Fresno?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Diego to Fresno.
There is just one airline that flies from San Diego to Fresno direct and that is Alaska Airlines. The best one-way deal found from Alaska Airlines for the route is $89.

How many flights are there between San Diego and Fresno per day?

Each day, there are between 3 and 5 nonstop flights that take off from San Diego and land in Fresno, with an average flight time of 1h 17m. The most common departure time is 10:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 33 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Diego and Fresno?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Diego to Fresno take?

Direct flights cover the 314 miles separating San Diego to Fresno in about 1h 15m.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Diego to Fresno?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Diego at 10:00 am and will be landing in Fresno at 11:18 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Diego to Fresno?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Diego to Fresno jets off at 8:35 pm and lands at 9:50 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

November

Cheapest flight

$70
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 69% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Fresno based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Fresno

  • Does San Diego International Airport offer parking services?

    If you want to leave your vehicle at San Diego International Airport, they offer both long-term and short-term parking services. The available parking options at SAN Airport include Terminal 1 parking lot and Terminal 2 parking lot, both suitable for passengers traveling for a weekend away or a business trip. Passengers traveling for an extended period can park at the long-term lot. We recommend passengers check prices online and reserve by booking.

  • Which family facilities are available at the departure and arrival airports?

    San Diego International Airport offers baby care facilities such as lactation rooms. Mothers can comfortably pump and breastfeed in private places. The rooms have electrical outlets, sinks, seats, and artwork. Find the rooms at Terminals 1 and 2. For passengers who want to change their baby's diapers, pump, and breastfeed on arrival at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), there is a mother's room on the airside between Gates 1 and 3.

  • How can you travel from downtown San Diego to San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport is located about 3.5 miles from downtown San Diego. Passengers can travel by bus, taxi, town car, shuttle, or by foot. The bus is the cheapest means of transport and departs from Broadway and Union St. and drops passengers outside Terminal 1. Passengers in a hurry can use a taxi, but it is the most expensive.

  • Where can you have meals at the arrival airport?

    Passengers at FAT can buy food from the food concessions operating throughout the airport. Nearby hotels offer free shuttle services where passengers can relax and enjoy their meals on arrival. These hotels include Wyndham Garden Fresno Yosemite Airport, Quality Inn Fresno Yosemite, Fairfield Inn & Suites Fresno Yosemite International Airport, and Best Western Plus Fresno Yosemite International Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Fresno?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Fresno was $70 for a one-way ticket and $150 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Fresno?

    A passport is not required to fly from San Diego to Fresno.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Fresno?

    Alaska Airlines, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Fresno flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Fresno?

    The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Fresno flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Fresno?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Diego and Fresno.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Fresno?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to Fresno on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Fresno, Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Fresno are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $198 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $231 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Fresno?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Fresno.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Fresno?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Fresno from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Fresno?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Fresno with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and FAT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Fresno?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Fresno from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SAN to Fresno

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $103 or less one-way and $206 or less round-trip.
  • If you are having an early morning flight at San Diego International Airport (SAN) and want a place to have interrupted sleep, consider nearby hotels. Some nearby hotels offering free shuttle services include TownePlace Suites San Diego Airport, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, and Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station.
  • If you arrive early at SAN, take advantage of the lounges inside the airport. You can access Lounges by paying at the door, including the Airspace Lounge in Terminal 2. Passengers with United Airlines tickets can pay at the door and access the United Lounge near departure gates in Terminal 1. Military officers can freely access the USO lounge at Terminal 2.
  • San Diego International Airport offers services that help passengers pass the time before departure. Treat yourself to massage and salon services at Be Relax. It is located at Gates 26 and 36 of Terminal 2. Passengers can gather their thoughts in the meditation room on the airside of Terminal 2.
  • If you need any assistance at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), visit the information desks located adjacent to the ticket counters. You can also spot airport ambassadors wearing blue vests roaming around the airport.
  • If your phone or tablet goes off, FAT has charging stations throughout the airport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi access and stay connected at the airport.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Diego to Fresno?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego to Airterminal, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Diego to Fresno Airterminal

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

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Nonstop returns

Fresno Airterminal to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from San Diego to Fresno

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Fresno. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Fresno? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9109 reviews
7.3food
8.6crew
8.2boarding
7.3entertainment
7.9comfort
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This flight was significantly affected by poor wifi connections. I couldn’t get my work done because the wifi kept dropping. Even texts were not going through. There is no seat power in premium class either. I fly a lot. Today was my 10th flight in 4 weeks. This was by far the only flight that was sub par.

4.0 OkayJanine, Apr 2024SAN - SEA
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This flight was significantly affected by poor wifi connections. I couldn’t get my work done because the wifi kept dropping. Even texts were not going through. There is no seat power in premium class either. I fly a lot. Today was my 10th flight in 4 weeks. This was by far the only flight that was sub par.

WiFi connection bad. Food is really awful. Crew very nice and efficient

It was the worst experience because they delayed the flight by 2 and half hours. We were supposed to depart by 3:41 but they did the depart by 6 pm. It was so boring!!

My experience with Alaska Airlines flights is dominated by the fact that today’s economy class is barely humane. Everyone is so tightly packed together that one cannot move an inch for the entire flight…. and if it’s a bicoastal trip, that’s almost five hours of discomfort!! And if you’re above average in height and/or weight it’s absolute hell! Moreover, still all Economy classes are basically the same across airline carriers, it doesn’t matter who you fly with.

Everything was fine within the parameters of flying full aircraft. My only small regret was that the non-meal, "snack" type food options had 90% medium to high sodium items. They looked appetizing, but many, if not most older Americans are restricted in sodium intake, so maybe one low/no sodium option would entice people to buy them. I brought my own food. The staff, on-time and aircraft quality were great, as usual for Alaska.

When I purchased the tickets I purchased insurance as well but for some reason it didn't go through, then this past Monday I broke my leg and was unable to make my trip, I'll never book through Kayak again.

Alaska airlines was good! Friendly staff, good communication and respectful. The alaska airlines help in everyway they can

The reduced size overhead compartments were a surprise. They keep getting smaller and smaller while amenities keep getting fewer.

Friendly service. Aircrew was very professional and genuinely positive in attitude and demeanor.

I do not like the policy of paying up to get a seat assignment.

On time every leg of the journey and exceptional staff at counter, gate, and on board. I haven’t travelled in US for a long time and was genuinely surprised how pleasant this was.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

Too many fees (but that seems to apply to all airlines nowadays)

For a 22 minute flight all you expect is for it to be safe and comfortable

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

Over two hours wait to get wheelchair assistance from arrival to the departure gate for LA was unreasonable even though there appreared to be heavy demand.

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

The flight and crew were fine. The entertainment- the sound was so bad through the headphones I could barely understand it and it was a show I had seen before. The food might have been fine but having to have an account with united in order to access the app in order to pay for the food was rage inducing. I had entered my credit card info at home and logged in as guest but that wouldn’t allow the “wallet” tab to open in the app. And then the wifi was so bad that it took about 45 minutes to fully log in and get all the info working at which time I missed the food. You shouldn’t have to give your address, email and phone number in order to get a hamburger.

The control panel for the seat back screen did not work at all after takeoff.

Fight crew was not very attentive and the bastions were gross!

Our flight was great we left Kona earlier and got into LAX almost an 1hour earlier as well. LAX AA is in repair so to get out and found our bus to get pick up was a bit confusing.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

We experience delays on departure and connecting flights resulting in 14 hour to our next departure. We were accommodated with a night's stay but was only provided a 12 dollar meals accommodation. The airlines rules state.at least 50 dollars. In any case, it can not make up for the whole day missed on our vacation in Sydney Australia.

I can say I will not be taking this airline again any time soon. Seat were uncomfortable and too tight. Lack of chair screen and little overhead space.

Plane felt so crowded and tightly packed. The chair itself was not comfortable.

They attended to my needs as I couldn't walk and they provided a wheelchair for me.q

Poor availability of food. Cold cabin temperature. Extremely long waiting time for a flight attendant to respond to a call button signal.

2.5h delay due to unruly passenger in first class. Had to be removed from the flight. No food unless pre ordered. Didn't know we would need it because of delay.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Diego to Fresno found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/22Wed
1 stop
11h 15mSAN-FAT
$70
6/1Sat
1 stop
5h 56mSAN-FAT
$75
5/13Mon
1 stop
7h 04mSAN-FAT
$80
5/21Tue
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 18mSAN-FAT
$89
5/25Sat
1 stop
5h 56mSAN-FAT
$90
8/19Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
3h 44mSAN-FAT
$98
5/13Mon
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 15mSAN-FAT
$119
5/21Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
3h 41mSAN-FAT
$128
4/28Sun
1 stopAmerican Airlines
5h 38mSAN-FAT
$167
5/21Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
5h 37mSAN-FAT
$181

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Last minute flights from San Diego to Fresno

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Diego to Fresno that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/22Mon
multi-stop
10h 06mSAN-FAT
4/29Mon
multi-stop
13h 22mFAT-SAN
$333
4/22Mon
multi-stop
15h 03mSAN-FAT
4/29Mon
multi-stop
8h 50mFAT-SAN
$342
4/23Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 45mSAN-FAT
5/10Fri
nonstopAmerican Airlines
1h 17mFAT-SAN
$379
4/23Tue
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 45mSAN-FAT
5/10Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
5h 11mFAT-SAN
$399
4/20Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
4h 17mSAN-FAT
4/24Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
5h 44mFAT-SAN
$428
4/23Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
14h 25mSAN-FAT
5/10Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
3h 42mFAT-SAN
$476
4/22Mon
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 15mSAN-FAT
4/29Mon
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 17mFAT-SAN
$497
4/21Sun
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 18mSAN-FAT
4/24Wed
nonstopAlaska Airlines
1h 17mFAT-SAN
$547
4/24Wed
multi-stopDelta
10h 30mSAN-FAT
4/25Thu
multi-stopDelta
6h 26mFAT-SAN
$1,388
4/22Mon
multi-stopDelta
10h 30mSAN-FAT
4/23Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 26mFAT-SAN
$1,405

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San Diego - Fresno Flights

Departure:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Destination:

Fresno (FAT)United States

Return flight deals:

Fresno - San Diego

Cabin classes:

$398
$401
$586
$114

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