SAN (San Diego) to FAT (Fresno) flights arrive on time 76% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 50 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SAN → FAT
SAN (San Diego) to FAT (Fresno)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 76% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Southwest Airlines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 82% vs 68% on time.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 82% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 68%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FAT
81% on timeWhen flights into FAT are late, the average delay is 72 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FAT: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.