Flying from Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FAT to BHM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Birmingham Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FAT and BHM:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Handy information about Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT)
FAT is located at 5175 E. Clinton Way.
81% of flights departing from Fresno Yosemite Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of FAT.
Fresno Yosemite Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Fresno. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near FAT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Birmingham Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Fresno Yosemite Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Birmingham Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and chase adventure across Birmingham and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Birmingham Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
October is the most popular month for flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Birmingham Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Birmingham in March.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Fresno Yosemite Airport to Birmingham Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FAT to BHM sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Birmingham is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 354 kilometres north-west of Birmingham, a trip to Memphis will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.
Another major destination in the United States, New South Memphis is roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham. Be sure to visit highlights including Big River Crossing.
