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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:47 am
• Latest: departs at 7:43 pm and lands at 9:30 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 47m.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Palm Springs to San Francisco takes 1h 47m, 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.

Round-trip flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco range from $182 to $337, with an average of $263 over the past 12 months. Anything below $182 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $263 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $156 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $262 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Palm Springs to San Francisco flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

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

One-way fares from Palm Springs to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $73, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

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

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

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 50% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $224 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $357, a difference of $133.

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

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

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 44m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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.

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.

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 always check the fare details before booking.

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.