Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.
Fresno is two hours behind Chicago and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Flights from ORD to FAT start at 19:38 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 19:58 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ORD to FAT flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Fresno (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is United.
United stands out as the most punctual carrier for ORD to FAT flights, with 80.77% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and FAT include:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport flight is R 2,299. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 4,606. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from ORD to FAT by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from ORD to FAT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near ORD? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FAT if you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Fresno Yosemite Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Fresno's usual tourist stops.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Fresno Yosemite Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
When to fly to Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Fresno in March.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fresno Yosemite Airport for July if you'd like to visit Fresno during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to FAT in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Fresno, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Los Angeles to tick off its top attractions. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 193 kilometres west of Fresno. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are key highlights.
