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Cheapest round-trip
$275
Typical prices: $425-$586
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/9Fri 12/14
DTW - FAT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$259
Typical prices: $205-$373
Southwest
Thu 3/8
DTW - FAT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Fresno. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $378 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Fresno (DTW-FAT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Fresno

Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:00 am - 8:01 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
27h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:26 pm - 1:31 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$275Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
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5:52 pm - 3:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
24h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:57 pm - 5:42 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$280Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:00 am - 2:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:03 am - 11:47 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:19 am - 12:01 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 11:47 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$329American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 17
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 4:43 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 13m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:33 pm - 12:19 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 46m1 stop Salt Lake City
$329Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:06 pm - 9:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 25m1 stop Salt Lake City
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9:51 am - 7:13 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
$329Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 1:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:01 pm - 10:15 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$329United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:25 pm - 8:39 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
11h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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5:00 am - 2:27 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$334United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:30 am - 2:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
10h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:00 am - 10:45 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
$340Southwest
Mon, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 16
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5:55 am - 10:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:30 am - 3:45 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$385Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno at $353 round-trip.
•October ($722) and August ($566) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 104% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$259
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno

When to book flights from Detroit to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno takes 00m, covering 1,958 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno range from $425 to $586, with an average of $501 over the past 12 months. Anything below $425 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $501 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $275 to $1,305. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $287.

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

    Fresno Airterminal Airport (FAT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $612, a difference of $174.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 07m, compared with 7h 09m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 15m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Fresno?

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

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $438, about $174 less than Sunday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Fresno trip for January. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $369 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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