Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT): what you need to know
Fresno is three hours behind Washington DC and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Your IAD to FAT flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and FAT:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
At the moment, P8,641 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P17,199. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to FAT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% touch down on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
If you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near FAT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Fresno Yosemite International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Fresno and beyond.
Boost your chances of getting a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Fresno Yosemite International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart move.
Getting from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to central Fresno
You'll find FAT at 5175 E. Clinton Way.
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Fresno. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Fresno in May.
The warmest month in Fresno is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to FAT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Fresno. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 193 kilometres west of Fresno. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.