Travelling from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Fresno and Seattle share the same timezone, UTC-7.
You can choose from 18 weekly Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:11.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FAT to SEA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Travelling to Seattle (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers FAT to SEA flights. A reliable 83.44% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FAT and SEA:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Los Angeles International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Currently, $154 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $351. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from FAT to SEA by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FAT to SEA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
FAT's address is 5175 E. Clinton Way.
Of all flights departing from Fresno Yosemite International Airport, 77.28% land on time at their destination.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Fresno. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near FAT? If you're boarding an early flight from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're arriving on a late Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and chase adventure across Seattle and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FAT to SEA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without seeing Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.