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

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

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Palm Springs: • Economy Class • First Class

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

Connecting flights from San Diego to Palm Springs most commonly pass through: • Los Angeles (LAX) - 50% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 50% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the San Diego to Palm Springs route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $238 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $493, a difference of $255. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Palm Springs?

Some of the most popular sights in Palm Springs are Palm Springs Convention Center, Plaza Theatre and Parker Palm Springs Spa. These are among the most viewed places in Palm Springs on KAYAK.

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

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Palm Springs. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 01m and 4h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

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

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.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Palm Springs 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 $243 to $948. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San Diego to Palm Springs are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 31m via San Francisco (SFO).

What car rental options are available at Palm Springs Airport (PSP)?

Palm Springs Airport (PSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include: · Thrifty · Budget · Dollar · Hertz · Ace

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Palm Springs range from $247 to $408, with an average of $293 over the past 12 months. Anything below $247 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Palm Springs?

Alaska Airlines ($243) and United Airlines ($289) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Palm Springs according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Diego to Palm Springs?

Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO) are the most popular layovers for the San Diego to Palm Springs route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via LAX or SFO.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Diego to Palm Springs?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $275. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Diego to Palm Springs which airport offers the shortest layover?

San Francisco (SFO) had the shortest average connection time for San Diego to Palm Springs layovers at 171 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

4:00 pm - 9:39 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

5h 39m1 stop San Francisco

11:00 am - 6:29 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

7h 29m1 stop San Francisco

$243Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

10:55 am - 9:39 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

10h 44m1 stop San Francisco

8:55 am - 5:10 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

8h 15m1 stop San Francisco

$243Alaska Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5

3:43 pm - 10:20 amSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

18h 37m1 stop San Francisco

11:00 am - 5:10 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

6h 10m1 stop San Francisco

$253Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23

2:33 pm - 9:39 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

7h 06m1 stop San Francisco

7:12 pm - 10:06 amPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

14h 54m1 stop San Francisco

$273Alaska Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11

4:16 pm - 8:33 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

4h 17m1 stop San Francisco

7:15 am - 11:41 amPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

4h 26m1 stop San Francisco

$284Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8

2:24 pm - 7:58 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

5h 34m1 stop Los Angeles

8:29 am - 11:35 amPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

3h 06m1 stop Los Angeles

$289United Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1

6:30 am - 9:37 amSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

3h 07m1 stop Los Angeles

7:24 am - 9:55 amPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

2h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$289United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25

5:00 pm - 10:02 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

5h 02m1 stop Los Angeles

2:27 pm - 8:24 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

5h 57m1 stop Los Angeles

$289United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31

8:59 pm - 11:22 amSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

14h 23m1 stop Santa Rosa Sonoma County

7:37 am - 5:52 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

10h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$293Alaska Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26

7:27 pm - 5:11 pmSAN San Diego-PSP Palm Springs

21h 44m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

12:02 pm - 6:21 pmPSP Palm Springs-SAN San Diego

6h 19m1 stop Santa Rosa Sonoma County

$293Alaska Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Palm Springs start at $243. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $247 to $408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $243 on Alaska Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Palm Springs?
Flights from San Diego to Palm Springs usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Palm Springs (PSP).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Palm Springs?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Palm Springs:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Palm Springs pass through?
Connecting flights from San Diego to Palm Springs most commonly pass through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 50% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 50% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Palm Springs?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the San Diego to Palm Springs route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $238 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $493, a difference of $255. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Palm Springs?
Some of the most popular sights in Palm Springs are Palm Springs Convention Center, Plaza Theatre and Parker Palm Springs Spa. These are among the most viewed places in Palm Springs on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from San Diego to Palm Springs?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Diego to Palm Springs. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 01m and 4h 31m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Palm Springs?
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.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Palm Springs 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 $243 to $948. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Diego to Palm Springs looking right now?
One-way fares from San Diego to Palm Springs are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Palm Springs?
Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 31m via San Francisco (SFO).
What car rental options are available at Palm Springs Airport (PSP)?
Palm Springs Airport (PSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Thrifty
· Budget
· Dollar
· Hertz
· Ace
How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Palm Springs flight?
Round-trip flights from San Diego to Palm Springs range from $247 to $408, with an average of $293 over the past 12 months. Anything below $247 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $238 - about $255 less than Friday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Palm Springs trip for January. Fares historically average $218 round-trip in that month - typically $729 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Palm Springs Airport.
- Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott Palm Springs
- El Noa Noa

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