Press Releases

Alaska Airlines to Expand Internationally at Fresno Yosemite International Airport Fresno, CA – Alaska Airlines is expanding into the global market at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) with the introduction of seasonal non-stop service from Fresno to Guadalajara, Mexico this winter. Beginning December 3, Alaska Airlines will offer daily service between Fresno and Guadalajara (GDL)…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Offers Tips for Busy Independence Day Travels Fresno, CA – Independence Day holiday travel at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is expected to begin Friday, June 28 through Sunday, July 7.  During this 10-day period, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) projects to screen more than 45,600 departing passengers from FAT. Passenger throughput…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Receives More LUV with Southwest Airlines New Service to Dallas Fresno, CA (June 8, 2024) – On Saturday, June 8, Southwest Airlines expanded its route map for summer at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) with the launch of new nonstop seasonal service between Fresno and Dallas Love Field (DAL).  Operating on…

Delta Air Lines Begins New Major Route from Fresno Yosemite International Airport On Friday, June 7, Delta Air Lines marked the historic launch of daily nonstop flights between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and the busiest airport in the world, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Atlanta is FAT’s farthest route and offers passengers more convenient…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Offers Travel Tips For a Busy Memorial Day Weekend and Summer Season Fresno, CA (May 22, 2024)– Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) expects a busy Memorial Day holiday travel weekend. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) projects it will screen more than 25,000 departing passengers from FAT starting Thursday, May 23 through…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Launches Accessibility Initiative MagnusCards Fresno, CA (April 22, 2024) – As part of World Autism Awareness Month, Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), in partnership with Magnusmode, has launched a new accessibility initiative, MagnusCards® to assist travelers. MagnusCards is a smartphone application available for iOS and Android created by Magnusmode that offers…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Announces New Food Truck Program With a Local Twist Fresno, CA – A new food truck program has arrived at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to accommodate late-night passengers and guests with additional food options provided by local vendors in the surrounding area.  Each food truck will serve their specialty menu…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Reaches All-Time Record With Over 2.4 Million Passengers Served in 2023 Historic year with a 12 percent increase generated by added flights and seat capacity Fresno, CA – (January 29, 2023) Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) today announced historic passenger volume of over 2.4 million passengers served in Calendar Year 2023,…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Seeks Artists for Terminal Expansion Public Art Program Fresno, CA – Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is working in partnership with the Fresno Arts Council (FAC) to assist with the development and implementation of a Public Art Program for the new Terminal Expansion Project. The program includes varying pieces of artwork…

Fresno Yosemite International Airport Winter Holiday Travel Tips  Fresno, CA – Airports nationwide, including Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), will be busy during the winter holiday season now through January 2, 2024. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) projects the busiest days during the travel period to be Thursday, December 21 and Friday, December 22 as well…