Direct (nonstop) flights from Fresno to San Diego

2 airlines fly nonstop from Fresno Yosemite International (FAT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). It's 313 miles (503 km), about 1h 21m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

FAT
Fresno Yosemite International
🇺🇸 Fresno, USA
SAN
San Diego International Airport
🇺🇸 San Diego, USA
Flight Time
1h 21m
Distance
313 mi
503 km
CO₂/pax
58 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Alaska Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
FAT → SAN
Flight Time
1h 21m
Distance
313 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
FAT → SAN
Flight Time
1h 21m
Distance
313 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fresno to San Diego with one stop · direct emits 58 kg CO₂ per passenger

FAT LAX (Los Angeles) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (208 mi) Leg 2: 56m (109 mi) Total: ~2h 16m 🍃 84 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAT → LAX
1h 20m · 208 mi
View FAT to LAX flights →
Leg 2
LAX → SAN
56m · 109 mi
View LAX to SAN flights →
FAT LAS (Las Vegas) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 15m (259 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAT → LAS
1h 15m · 259 mi
View FAT to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → SAN
1h 15m · 258 mi
View LAS to SAN flights →
FAT SFO (San Francisco) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 9m (158 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (446 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+136% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAT → SFO
1h 9m · 158 mi
View FAT to SFO flights →
Leg 2
SFO → SAN
1h 44m · 446 mi
View SFO to SAN flights →
FAT PHX (Phoenix) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 44m (493 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (305 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+197% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAT → PHX
1h 44m · 493 mi
View FAT to PHX flights →
Leg 2
PHX → SAN
1h 15m · 305 mi
View PHX to SAN flights →
FAT SLC (Salt Lake City) SAN
Leg 1: 1h 43m (501 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (626 mi) Total: ~3h 41m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+303% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAT → SLC
1h 43m · 501 mi
View FAT to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → SAN
1h 58m · 626 mi
View SLC to SAN flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fresno to San Diego?

A nonstop flight from Fresno (FAT) to San Diego (SAN) takes approximately 1 hours and 21 minutes. The distance is 313 miles (503 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fresno to San Diego?

2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fresno to San Diego?

Yes. 2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is Fresno from San Diego?

The flight distance from Fresno to San Diego is 313 miles (503 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Fresno to San Diego?

At 1h 21m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Fresno to San Diego?

Roughly 58 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 290 km.

Is the return flight from San Diego to Fresno also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Fresno to San Diego?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Fresno Yosemite International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.