Travelling from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). Explore your options for leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), two of the city's main airports.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is located in Fresno. The city's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Phoenix.
Your flight from Phoenix to FAT won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Thinking of flying out of Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)? Direct Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) flight tickets are available from here.
Board your direct flight from Phoenix to FAT with American Airlines. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of PHX.
American Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the PHX to FAT route.
With 79.34% of its services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to FAT flight:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving as planned.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're on your way to AZA from the centre of Phoenix, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 56 kilometres.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that depart from AZA reach their destination on schedule 78.65% of the time.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near FAT and turn in quicker:
The address for FAT is 5175 E. Clinton Way.
Getting from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to central Fresno
Fresno Yosemite International Airport to the centre of Fresno is around 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
Currently, $134 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $302. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to FAT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). July is the most popular month to visit Fresno. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in May.
The warmest month in Fresno is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to FAT flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Fresno
Start your Fresno trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Fresno trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Fresno. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Japantown (San Jose), Winchester Mystery House and The Tech Museum of Innovation.
Around 257 kilometres north-west of Fresno, San Francisco is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.