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Cheapest round-trip
$285
Typical prices: $395-$575
American Airlines
Sat 10/27Mon 10/29
CMH - FAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$146
Typical prices: $229-$413
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/20
CMH - FAT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Fresno. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $405 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Fresno (CMH-FAT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Fresno

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:34 am - 6:32 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
12h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 8:50 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
27h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$385Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:34 am - 6:32 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
12h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 8:50 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
27h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$385Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:15 amCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 9:23 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
11h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$390American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:10 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
10h 10m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 9:23 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
11h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$395American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:34 am - 11:10 amCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
29h 36m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 8:50 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
22h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$404Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:18 amCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:57 am - 6:56 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$432American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 3:00 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 10:50 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
8h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$463Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 3:00 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 10:50 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
8h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$463Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Sat, Dec 26
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 8:09 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
6:02 pm - 5:08 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
8h 06m1 stop San Francisco
$467United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 1:57 pmCMH  Columbus-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 27m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 5:59 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-CMH Columbus
6h 53m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$476United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Fresno flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno start at $285. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $395 to $575. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $285 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Fresno, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Fresno at $366 round-trip.
  • November ($981) and March ($662) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 168% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Fresno flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$146
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 109% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Fresno

When to book flights from Columbus to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Fresno based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbus Airport to Fresno flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno pass through?

    One-stop flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Columbus Airport to Fresno route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $645, a difference of $204. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Fresno takes 0h 00m, covering 1,991 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Columbus Airport to Fresno changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $285 to $1,708. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Columbus Airport to Fresno looking right now?

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $215, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Columbus Airport to Fresno?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 12m, compared with 7h 15m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 20m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Fresno?

    Fresno is 3 hours behind Columbus Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT)?

    Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Columbus Airport to Fresno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Fresno range from $395 to $575, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $395 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport to Fresno flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $441 - about $204 less than Sunday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Fresno trip for February. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $615 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Fresno Airterminal Airport.
    - Piccadilly Inn Airport
    - Wyndham Garden Fresno Airport
    - Best Western Plus Fresno Airport Hotel

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