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Both the Delta and American Airlines private lounges in San Francisco International Airport have shower facilities that can be accessed by travelers that have purchased an entry ticket. There is also a Freshen’ Up location in the main terminal of the airport that provides travelers with a 30m shower and toiletries for $25.

There is a USO Lounge that is in Terminal 1 of San Francisco International Airport and provides members of the military with free snacks, televisions, access to Wi-Fi, and magazines. Many restaurants and shops also offer discounts for both veterans and active members, so make sure to ask if there are any deals before you pay.

The Celebrity Bistro & Bar is a popular restaurant that is in the main terminal of Palm Springs International Airport and has an American-style menu, while the Tap Room Bar is in between Gates 12 and 20 and serves burgers and beers. There is also a California Vintages Wine Bar, which is located outdoors and offers a variety of appetizers.

To stay somewhere casual, book a room at the Courtyard by Marriott Palm Springs, a hotel that is a 5m drive from Palm Springs International Airport and a 10m drive from the Moorten Botanical Garden. For somewhere chic, opt for the Hilton Palm Springs, which is an 8m drive from the airport and less than a 10m walk from the Palm Springs Art Museum.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Palm Springs 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 San Francisco and Palm Springs. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines

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

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.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $210 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $309 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Palm Springs most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 64% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 5% of one-stop connections

Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the San Francisco to Palm Springs route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $252 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $359, a difference of $107. 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 San Francisco to Palm Springs flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Palm Springs are Palm Springs Convention Center, Plaza Theatre and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Palm Springs on KAYAK.

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

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 8:42 am
• Latest: departs at 9:08 pm and lands at 10:50 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 42m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 17% above the route average of $309. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Palm Springs takes 1h 42m, 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.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $170 to $1,677. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Palm Springs are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $109, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 56m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 4h 56m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Palm Springs range from $219 to $404, with an average of $309 over the past 12 months. Anything below $219 counts as a good deal.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Palm Springs flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.