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Cheapest round-trip
$126
Typical prices: $234-$354
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/26Sun 10/28
FAT - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$289
Typical prices: $234-$351
United Airlines
Wed 11/28Thu 12/6
FAT - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 20m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Fresno to Los Angeles (FAT-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fresno to Los Angeles

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 3
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8:51 pm - 7:48 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
10h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:05 am - 4:17 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$144Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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8:58 pm - 4:16 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
19h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:57 pm - 10:19 amLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
12h 22m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$152Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
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8:58 pm - 4:16 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
19h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:27 amLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$155Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:26 pm - 3:25 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
21h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:41 pm - 10:21 amLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
14h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$157Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:40 am - 1:25 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
6h 45m2 stops San Diego San Jose
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5:20 am - 11:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$236Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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3:30 pm - 9:00 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
5h 30m2 stops San Diego San Jose
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1:45 pm - 9:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 15m2 stops Oakland San Diego
$241Southwest
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
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2:40 pm - 8:00 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
5h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:10 pm - 9:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
8h 05m2 stops San Jose San Diego
$241Southwest
Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:49 am - 9:02 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
1h 13mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 8:39 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
1h 09mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 7
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2:00 pm - 3:20 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
1h 20mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 6:07 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
1h 22mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:49 am - 9:02 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-LAX Los Angeles
1h 13mnonstop
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6:59 pm - 8:09 pmLAX  Los Angeles-FAT Fresno Airterminal
1h 10mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Fresno to Los Angeles flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to Los Angeles. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to Los Angeles?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to Los Angeles at $239 round-trip.
•May ($339) and June ($316) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fresno to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Fresno to Los Angeles are cheapest 19 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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Expert advice for your flight from Fresno to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Avianca

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on FAT

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Key details for Fresno to Los Angeles flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$64
Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 91% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Fresno to Los Angeles

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Your Fresno to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Fresno to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:20 am
    • Latest: departs at 2:24 pm and lands at 3:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Fresno to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Fresno to Los Angeles takes 1h 20m, covering 209 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    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 Fresno to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fresno to Los Angeles range from $234 to $354, with an average of $281 over the past 12 months. Anything below $234 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Fresno to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $281 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $277 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Fresno to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fresno to Los Angeles flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Fresno to Los Angeles 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 $144 to $1,088. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Fresno to Los Angeles flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Fresno to Los Angeles route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Fresno to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Fresno to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $117, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Fresno to Los Angeles usually depart from Fresno Airterminal (FAT) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Fresno to Los Angeles pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Fresno to Los Angeles pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Fresno to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $239 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $342, a difference of $103.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Fresno to Los Angeles?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Fresno and Los Angeles.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Fresno to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Fresno to Los Angeles flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Fresno to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What are the transport options from Los Angeles International Airport?

    If you are someone that would like to utilize public transportation to make the trip from the airport to the center of Los Angeles, one option is to travel on the LAX FlyAway bus, that not only will get you to the downtown area in about 1 hour, but with a final destination of Union Station in downtown, you will be at a major transportation hub offering easy public transportation access to a number of destinations in the Los Angeles area. Shared ride shuttles are also available at LAX and so are taxis which you will get curbside.

  • Are there any hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport?

    One of the closest hotels to this airport is the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles Airport, that is just a short walk from the terminal buildings at the airport or this hotel also offers a free shuttle service between the terminal buildings and the hotel property.

  • Where are the car rental desks at at Los Angeles International Airport?

    All of the rental car companies that operate at this airport have customer service desks and parking lots offsite from the airport. To get to all of the rental car companies, make your way out of the terminal building on the lower level just outside of baggage claim and look for the purple signage showing where rental car shuttles pick up passengers.

  • Where is the rideshare pickup point at Los Angeles International Airport?

    All of the rideshare companies that operate at this airport will pick up their passengers at the LAX-it lot that sits adjacent to Terminal One. If your flight arrives at Terminal One, you can exit the terminal on the baggage claim level and quite easily walk to the lot. If you arrive at any other terminal building, hop aboard the LAX-it shuttle that makes stops at every terminal building.

Your guide to booking Fresno to Los Angeles 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $239, about $103 less than Tuesday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 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 Fresno to Los Angeles trip for October. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $100 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $257 round-trip on this route - about $20 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • If you want to get to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), a good option to get to the airport is to travel aboard the bus number 35, operated by Fresno Public Transportation, that makes the trip in about 12 minutes.
  • FAT offers a number of charging stations, with one of those stations being at the bottom of the escalator of the Arts Lounge.
  • If you are planning on traveling with a service animal or a pet from the Fresno Yosemite International Airport, you will see that this airport has one pet relief area that sits just past the security area in the terminal building.
  • For nurisng mothers traveling from the Fresno Yosemite International Airport, this airport offers a mother's room that is just past the security checkpoint at the airport. This mother's room offers soft lighting, electrical outlets, a handwashing station, and comfortable seating.
  • If you are looking for a great way to get freshened up after your flight from Fresno to Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has shower facilities in most of the airline lounges as well as showers in the USO lounge available for military member use.

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Fresno Airterminal to Los Angeles

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Los Angeles to Fresno Airterminal

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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