FAA rank #93 · Small hub

FATFresno

Fresno Yosemite International

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Guide reviewed September 1, 2026

The short answer

FAT is manageable, but its own guidance is clear: two hours domestic, three international. Add rental-car return time during Yosemite season.

Arrival planner

When should I be at FAT?

Enter the departure time shown on your ticket.

Flight departure

Flight typeDomesticInternational

Add time forAirport parking or shuttle+30 minChecked bags+30 minHoliday or peak travel+30 minOversized luggage+30 min

Recommended airport arrival—:—

Enter your departure time

We’ll work backward from the airport’s recommendation.

2 hours before departure

This is your airport arrival time—not the time to leave home. Airline check-in and bag-drop cutoffs still apply.

Security peakEarly mornings, late afternoons, summer, holidays, and Yosemite travel peaks

Security

What you’re walking into

FAT recommends two hours for domestic and three for international departures. TSA PreCheck is available at the central checkpoint.

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TSA PreCheck● Yes

CLEAR● No

Global Entry● Yes

Mobile Passport● No

Official parking

What it costs

Long Term$14/dayOfficial surface parking

Short Term$22/dayClosest terminal parking

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Ground transportation

Don’t stand at the wrong curb

Uber & Lyft

Uber and Lyft pickup is curbside between the terminal entrance and baggage claim.

Rental cars

Rental counters are in the terminal; vehicles are a short walk away.

Terminal transfer

FAT has one terminal with connected gates.

Cell-phone lot

FAT cell-phone waiting areaFollow blue signs; 60-minute maximum

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Cell Phone Waiting Area, Fresno, CA 93727

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The free cell-phone waiting area is near the terminal, marked by blue signs, and has a 60-minute maximum.

Airport hotels

Sleep close. Leave the car.

FAT has no hotel inside or directly connected to the terminal. Several hotels sit directly across East Clinton Way, generally less than one mile away.

Inside or airport-connected

None at this airport

Park-and-fly

Confirm terms before booking

Across East Clinton Way, about 0.3 mile

Wyndham Garden Fresno Yosemite Airport

Airport ride: Complimentary airport shuttle; confirm current pickup instructions
Parking: Extended parking requires an eligible hotel-and-parking package

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About 0.5 mile from FAT

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fresno Yosemite International Airport

Airport ride: Complimentary airport shuttle; verify current hours
Parking: Trip parking is included only with a qualifying package

Find current hotel page ↗View park-and-fly package ↗

About 0.5 mile from FAT

Piccadilly Inn Airport

Airport ride: Complimentary airport shuttle; confirm schedule before arrival
Parking: Package parking allowance varies by selected travel dates

Hotel website ↗View park-and-fly package ↗

Hotel information reviewed September 2, 2026. Confirm current shuttle hours, parking terms, and package availability before booking.

Airport essentials

Everything else worth knowing

Free Wi-Fi● Yes

USO lounge● No

Pet relief● Yes

EV chargingEV charging is available in short- and long-term parking.

SmokingSmoking is prohibited inside.

OvernightThe terminal is not designed for overnight lodging.

Sources & freshness

Trust the facts. Check the source.

Guide information reviewed September 1, 2026. For today’s operations, rates, and hours, use the live links and official sources below.

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