Can I fly direct from San Diego to Fresno?

Yes, direct flights are typically available for the San Diego to Fresno route. Approximately 72.1% of flights on this route are direct. For journeys that include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is one. This indicates a strong prevalence of non-stop options for travelers.

What's the flight time from San Diego to Fresno?

The typical direct flight time from San Diego to Fresno is 1 hour and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 505 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 4 hours and 59 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

How often do San Diego to Fresno flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the San Diego to Fresno route show frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure lower fares. The pricing for this route is dynamic, with frequent fluctuations observed in the trailing 30 days.

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San Diego to Fresno: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Fresno

A typical journey from San Diego to Fresno takes about 1h 27m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 505 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this median journey time closely reflects the direct flight duration.

For those seeking cheap flights from San Diego to Fresno, fares typically range from $108–$236, with a median of $137. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Approximately 20% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating opportunities for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Fresno? You'll find the most affordable median fares in September, with prices around $102. October and June also offer competitive median fares at $104 each. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it easier to find favorable prices throughout the year.

Regarding direct flights from San Diego to Fresno, 72.1% of recent itineraries have been non-stop. This means that almost all itineraries are non-stop, offering a convenient travel experience. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Fresno

Regular price: $85 - $254

Prices for flights from San Diego to Fresno are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Fresno is between $85 and $254. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 16.

now $96

Low $85

High $254

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Fresno

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fresno is September, with a median price of $102. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $453. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $102

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $453

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Direct flights from San Diego to Fresno

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Fresno

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Frontier Airlines

$289

$256

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$166

$182

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$168

$216

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Southwest Airlines

$121

$165

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$149

$151

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Fresno

San Diego (SAN) - Fresno (FAT)

Southwest Airlines

$144

$182

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Diego to Fresno

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$280 → $160

43%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$360 → $278

23%

6 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 27

$357 → $278

22%

2 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 25

$162 → $99

39%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Fresno

San Diego - Fresno route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for San Diego to Fresno are below the typical level, with a median price of $137.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Fresno, with a median price of $102.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 27m on average.

Flights from San Diego to Fresno typically take 1h 27m. Most flights are direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

72.1% of flights are direct.

72.1% of recent flights from San Diego to Fresno are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one airline offering direct flights on the San Diego to Fresno route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available on 20% of recent flights.

Historically, 20% of recent fares from San Diego to Fresno were considered a good price.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport offers the cheapest flights from San Diego to Fresno.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Fresno main airports to arrive at

Fresno Yosemite International (FAT)

Cheapest

Fresno Yosemite International Airport is ideal for reaching Fresno and exploring the Yosemite area.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Airports nearby Fresno used as alternative

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International is a major international hub with more flight options and often lower airfares.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car, but expect significant traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$93

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Fresno

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Fresno

Historically, the best prices for flights from San Diego to Fresno are found when booking 60 or more days in advance, with an average price of $124. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For example, flights booked 28-59 days out typically average $128, while those booked 7-13 days before departure average $235. Last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, are usually the most expensive, averaging around $424.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Diego to Fresno is considered to be $108 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $137. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed at $236 or more. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $108 threshold.

Historically, September, October, and June have offered some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Fresno, with median prices around $102 to $104. The annual median price for this route is $137. While October is listed as one of the cheapest months, it also represents the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price variability within that month. Travelers seeking lower fares might consider these months.

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San Diego to Fresno: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Fresno

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Fresno

Regular price: $85 - $254

Prices for flights from San Diego to Fresno are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Fresno is between $85 and $254. The current lowest deal is $96 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 16.

now $96

Low $85

High $254

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Fresno

September

Cheapest

Flights from $102

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $453

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec