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Cheapest round-trip
$137
Typical prices: $253-$439
Southwest
Wed 1/31Tue 2/6
PDX - FAT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$247
Typical prices: $248-$468
Alaska Airlines
Sun 1/21Fri 1/26
PDX - FAT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 1h 59m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 65% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $316 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Fresno (PDX-FAT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Fresno

Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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3:40 pm - 11:00 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 20m1 stop San Diego
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1:35 pm - 8:15 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
6h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$137Southwest
Sun, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 6
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3:40 pm - 11:00 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 20m1 stop San Diego
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10:15 am - 6:55 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
8h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Oakland
$142Southwest
Sat, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 3
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2:35 pm - 9:05 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 30m1 stop San Diego
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10:55 am - 6:05 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$187Southwest
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:00 am - 11:23 amPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
4h 23m1 stop San Francisco
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12:00 pm - 6:31 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
6h 31m1 stop San Francisco
$197United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
2:48 pm - 10:39 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
7h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:56 am - 4:36 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
6h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$197American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
3:44 pm - 9:49 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 05m1 stop San Francisco
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10:00 am - 2:38 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
4h 38m1 stop San Francisco
$207United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 3:18 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
6h 18m1 stop San Diego
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3:54 pm - 11:42 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
7h 48m1 stop San Diego
$230Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 26
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9:00 am - 6:09 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 09m1 stop San Diego
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7:36 am - 9:50 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
2h 14mnonstop
$233Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 4:43 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
9h 43m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 8:58 pmFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
8h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$298Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 1:24 pmPDX  Portland-FAT Fresno Airterminal
15h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:38 am - 9:47 amFAT  Fresno Airterminal-PDX Portland
2h 09mnonstop
$379Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Fresno flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Fresno typically range from $253 to $439. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $137, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Fresno. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Fresno?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Fresno at $221 round-trip.
•March ($397) and November ($387) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Portland to Fresno the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Fresno are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 65% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Portland to Fresno

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Allegiant Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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 Portland to Fresno flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$104
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Fresno

When to book flights from Portland to Fresno

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland 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 Portland to Fresno 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 Portland to Fresno?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 4:29 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:00 pm and lands at 7:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Fresno:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Fresno?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Fresno takes 1h 59m, covering 626 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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 Portland to Fresno flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Fresno range from $253 to $439, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $253 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Fresno flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $338 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $316 round-trip via San Diego (SAN), compared to $346 for nonstop.

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

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Portland to Fresno flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Portland 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 $137 to $1,329. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Fresno route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Fresno are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $132, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Portland to Fresno?

    Flights from Portland to Fresno usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Fresno Airterminal (FAT).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 79% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Portland to Fresno. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $269 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $397, a difference of $128.

    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 Portland to Fresno?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Fresno.

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

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 35m, compared with 5h 09m via San Diego (SAN) and 5h 35m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Among airlines operating Portland to Fresno flights:

    • Alaska 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 Portland to Fresno flights?

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hawaiian Airlines: 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 items are not allowed in carry-on luggage on flights from Portland to Fresno?

    TSA restrictions at PDX prohibit firearms, most weapons, liquids and gels over 3.4 ounces and many flammable items and hazardous materials in carry-on luggage.

  • Are there any additional services or accommodations available for passengers with disabilities on flights from Portland to Fresno?

    Yes, services and accommodations vary by airline. On flights from Portland to Fresno, Alaska Airlines may offer wheelchair assistance, preboarding, accessible seating options, in-flight accessibility features and trained service animal policies.

  • Can pets travel in the cabin or do they need to go in the cargo hold on flights from PDX to FAT?

    Pet policies vary by airline on flights from PDX to FAT. United Airlines allows small dogs and cats to travel in the cabin with their owners, while larger pets may need to travel in the cargo hold. On Alaska Airlines, pets and carriers in the baggage compartment may weigh up to 150 lb combined. On United Airlines, pets traveling in the cabin must fit comfortably in a carrier that fits completely under the seat in front of the traveler.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $269, about $128 less than Monday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 65% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Fresno trip for February. Fares historically average $221 round-trip in that month - typically $176 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Diego Airport (SAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $316 round-trip on this route - about $30 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 Fresno Airterminal Airport.

    • Piccadilly Inn Airport
    • Wyndham Garden Fresno Airport
    • Best Western Plus Fresno Airport Hotel
  • Heading to Portland International Airport (PDX) from the city center? You can take a taxi, book a rideshare like Uber or Lyft, ride the MAX light rail or drive if you have access to a car. The trip takes about 30 minutes on average.
  • If you need a car after landing, pick one up at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). Several rental car companies are located on-site, so you can get a vehicle before leaving the airport.
  • If you're flying United Airlines between Portland and Fresno, check which inflight amenities are included with your cabin class.
  • Visit the United Club on Level 3 of Concourse E if you’re flying United or have an eligible membership. It offers free drinks, snacks and Wi-Fi, plus workstations and comfortable seating. PDX also has an Alaska Lounge and Delta Sky Club.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Portland Airport to Fresno Airterminal Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Portland to Fresno Airterminal

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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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Fresno Airterminal to Portland

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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