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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $308-$435
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/30Sat 2/3
PSP - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$122
Typical prices: $263-$418
Alaska Airlines
Sat 2/10
PSP - SAN • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 42% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Palm Springs to San Diego (PSP-SAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Palm Springs to San Diego

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:15 am - 8:30 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
13h 15m1 stop San Francisco
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7:11 am - 11:19 amSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
4h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$283Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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7:00 am - 5:22 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
10h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:39 pm - 9:51 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$303Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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3:37 pm - 11:26 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
7h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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12:39 pm - 9:51 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
9h 12m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$303Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:29 am - 11:35 amPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
3h 06m1 stop Los Angeles
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4:45 pm - 8:05 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
3h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
$339United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:20 am - 11:31 amPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
4h 11m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:45 am - 12:37 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$424United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:18 am - 3:54 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
4h 36m1 stop San Francisco
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12:40 pm - 6:10 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
5h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$439United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:15 am - 6:35 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
13h 20m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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1:24 pm - 6:10 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
4h 46m1 stop San Francisco
$444United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:12 pm - 12:23 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
17h 11m1 stop San Francisco
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6:51 pm - 12:18 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
17h 27m1 stop San Francisco
$533Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:48 pm - 7:35 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
25h 47m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 4:46 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
34h 21m3 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Minneapolis St Paul
$674Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:48 pm - 3:58 pmPSP  Palm Springs-SAN San Diego
46h 10m3 stops Minneapolis St Paul Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
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6:25 am - 4:46 pmSAN  San Diego-PSP Palm Springs
34h 21m3 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Minneapolis St Paul
$739Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Palm Springs to San Diego flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Round-trip flights from Palm Springs to San Diego typically range from $308 to $435. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $283, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Palm Springs to San Diego?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Palm Springs to San Diego. It’s 46% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

Key details for Palm Springs to San Diego flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$122
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Palm Springs to San Diego

When to book flights from Palm Springs to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Palm Springs to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Palm Springs to San Diego flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Palm Springs to San Diego.

  • How long is a flight from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Palm Springs to San Diego. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 03m and 8h 17m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Palm Springs to San Diego flight?

    Round-trip flights from Palm Springs to San Diego range from $308 to $435, with an average of $398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $308 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Palm Springs to San Diego changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $283 to $982. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Palm Springs to San Diego looking right now?

    One-way fares from Palm Springs to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $167, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    Flights from Palm Springs to San Diego usually depart from Palm Springs (PSP) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Palm Springs to San Diego pass through?

    Connecting flights from Palm Springs to San Diego most commonly pass through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 65% on flights from Palm Springs to San Diego. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $218 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $606, a difference of $388.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 03m, compared with 8h 17m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Palm Springs to San Diego flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $218, about $388 less than Monday fares (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Palm Springs to San Diego trip for February. Fares historically average $232 round-trip in that month - typically $364 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Diego Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    • Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    • Sheraton San Diego Resort

More options for your flight from Palm Springs to San Diego

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