Cheap flights from Chicago to Fresno

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Cheapest round-trip flights $339
United Nonstop 5 hr Thu, Jun 25 — Thu, Jul 2
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno is currently $339
Cheapest one-way flight $157
Alaska 1 stop 9 hr Sat, Jun 6
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Fresno is currently $157
Cheapest nonstop flights $350
United Nonstop 5 hr Sat, Aug 1 — Sun, Aug 9
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno is currently $350
Last-minute weekend getaway $519
United Nonstop 5 hr Sat, May 9 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Fresno is currently $519
Cheapest business class flights $955
United 1 stop 8 hr Fri, Jul 31 — Sun, Aug 9
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno is currently $955
Fastest flight 4 hr 33 min The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Fresno takes 4 hr 33 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Fresno is typically April. The most expensive month to fly is typically May.
April
Cheapest
Typical prices: $235–480
May
Most expensive
Typical prices: $275–385

Popular airlines from Chicago to Fresno

  • Southwest
    from $349
    Typical price: $285–485
    2238 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - FAT Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $339
    Typical price: $285–465
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - FAT Every day
    578 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - FAT Every day
  • American
    from $349
    Typical price: $285–510
    499 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - FAT Every day
  • Delta
    from $349
    Typical price: $375–920
    184 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - FAT Every day
  • Alaska
    from $349
    Typical price: $280–560
    74 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - FAT Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 25 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Fresno

  • Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
    Fresno United States 13 min 4 mi
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
    Los Angeles United States 3 hr 36 min 208 mi
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 2 hr 59 min 155 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 2 hr 52 min 167 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Fresno

The cheapest flights from Chicago to Fresno are usually in April. Typical ticket prices in April range from $235 to $480.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno recently found on Google Flights was with United from $339. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska from $157.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jun 26 to Jul 5.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Fresno is $339, flying from Jun 25 to Jul 2.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 4 to Jul 13.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 5.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno starts at $339 from Thu, Jun 25 to Thu, Jul 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $157 and departs on Sat, Jun 6.
4 hr 33 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Fresno.
The hot, dry summer months (Jun–Aug) are a common time to visit the city. Winter (Dec–Feb) has chilly weather and a greater chance of rain. Classic plays are performed outdoors in Woodward Park as part of the Woodward Shakespeare Festival (Jun–Sep).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Fresno.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Fresno really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Fresno.

In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 7 nonstop flights and 578 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) .

In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 2,238 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Fresno are:
  • American offers 499 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) .
  • Delta offers 184 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) .
  • Alaska offers 74 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Fresno.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Fresno recently found on Google Flights was with United from $339. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska from $157.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jun 26 to Jul 5.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Fresno is $339, flying from Jun 25 to Jul 2.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 15.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 4 to Jul 13.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Fresno is $349, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 5.
United flies direct from Chicago to Fresno.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Chicago to Fresno per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Fresno at price $519 is offered by United from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
United flies direct from Chicago to Fresno.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Chicago to Fresno per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Chicago to Fresno on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Fresno start at $350 from Sat, Aug 1 to Sun, Aug 9 with United.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Fresno, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Fresno start at $955 from Fri, Jul 31 to Sun, Aug 9 with United.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Fresno start at $339 from Thu, Jun 25 to Thu, Jul 2.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Fresno, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Fresno starts at $519 from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11 with United.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Fresno at price $519 is offered by United from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Fresno, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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