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Sunline Transit runs the public bus system where you can catch buses, usually Number 2 or 4 to Palm Springs International Airport. The fare is about $1, but you have to walk a few blocks from the stop to the airport. Otherwise, you can catch a cab or hail a ride on an app like Uber or Lyft.

PSP has a courtyard before the security checkpoint that has a designated pet area, and SFO offers animal relief areas in the arrival sections of Terminals 1 and 3 (just follow the paw prints). United, Alaska, and American Airlines all allow small pets for in-cabin travel with specific restrictions. You should check with your airlines for specifications and any additional fees that you may have to pay.

There is a BART train station at the International Terminal, which is accessible from other parts of SFO by the free AirTrain system. Fares from this station to the center of the city is about $11, but this depends on which stop and what time you travel. There are also SamTrans public bus stops at Terminals 2 and 3 and the International Terminal. Fares will also vary, starting from around $2 to $4.

If your flight comes in late or if you just want to take a break before continuing on your journey, the Grand Hyatt at SFO welcomes guests, and their pets (if you are traveling with your four-legged friend), 24h a day. Just hope on the AirTrain from any terminal, and it will take you directly to the hotel.

Among airlines operating Palm Springs to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Palm Springs and San Francisco. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines

Flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco usually depart from Palm Springs (PSP) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $231 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $246 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.

Most connecting flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco pass through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 39% on the Palm Springs to San Francisco route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $214 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $348, a difference of $134. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Palm Springs to San Francisco flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, evening flights for 12%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Palm Springs to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:44 am
• Latest: departs at 7:40 pm and lands at 9:24 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 44m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 38% above the route average of $248. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Palm Springs to San Francisco takes 1h 44m, covering 420 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Palm Springs to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $100, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Round-trip flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco range from $165 to $330, with an average of $248 over the past 12 months. Anything below $165 counts as a good deal.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Palm Springs to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.