SEA (Seattle) to FAT (Fresno) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 49 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.SEA → FAT
SEA (Seattle) to FAT (Fresno)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Alaska Airlines leads slightly at 85% vs SkyWest Airlines at 81%.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 85% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 81%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SEA
82% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SEA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at FAT
82% on timeWhen flights into FAT are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at FAT: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.