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$135+ Cheap flights from Houston to Palm Desert, CA

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HOU — SAN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Palm Desert

Cheapest flights from Houston to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:00 amIAH - PSP
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Sat 1/171:06 pmPSP - IAH
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/16$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:45 amIAH - PSP
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/14:25 pmPSP - IAH
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:35 amIAH - PSP
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/171:10 pmPSP - IAH
2 stops7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:37 amIAH - PSP
2 stops9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/54:55 pmPSP - IAH
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:23 amIAH - PSP
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:15 amPSP - IAH
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:35 pmIAH - PSP
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/1712:14 pmPSP - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$484
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:57 pmIAH - PSP
1 stop17h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/17:05 amPSP - IAH
1 stop7h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$488
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:25 amHOU - PSP
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Tue 12/237:05 pmPSP - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:00 amHOU - PSP
2 stops12h 15mDelta
Fri 12/262:06 pmPSP - HOU
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/16$504
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2112:30 pmHOU - PSP
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Fri 12/265:30 amPSP - HOU
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amHOU - PSP
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Sun 12/212:06 pmPSP - HOU
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/16$559
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:05 amHOU - PSP
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amPSP - HOU
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$654

Find flight deals from Houston to Palm Desert

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Palm Desert flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Palm Desert that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Palm Desert that are best for you.

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HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/5

9:33 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 47m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/9

7:35 pm-6:28 am

1 stop8h 53m

$259

HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/21

9:57 am-5:14 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Palm Springs

Sat 4/25

12:06 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$259

HoustonPalm Springs

HOU - PSP

HOUPSP

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/14

5:40 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/17

10:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$269

HoustonPalm Springs

HOU - PSP

HOUPSP

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

6:36 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Palm Springs

Fri 1/16

3:02 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$269

HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/31

6:36 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Palm Springs

Sat 2/7

1:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$269

HoustonPalm Springs

HOU - PSP

HOUPSP

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/23

6:36 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Palm Springs

Mon 1/26

3:02 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$269

HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop6h 01m

Palm Springs

Tue 2/17

2:46 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$269

HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/9

11:54 am-9:35 pm

2 stops11h 41m

Palm Springs

Fri 1/16

1:19 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$274

HoustonPalm Springs

IAH - PSP

IAHPSP

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/15

4:25 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/23

5:30 am-2:58 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$283

HoustonPalm Springs

HOU - PSP

HOUPSP

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/2

9:05 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Palm Springs

Fri 1/9

10:59 am-6:06 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$299

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Palm Desert

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Palm Desert

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Palm Desert?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Palm Desert (average of $54). Flying from Houston to Palm Desert in August is currently the most expensive (average of $123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Palm Desert. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Palm Desert in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Palm Desert flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Palm Desert

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Desert. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Palm Desert. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston to Palm Desert. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston to Palm Desert?

    Departing from Houston to Palm Desert will take you 3h 47m. Houston and Palm Desert are separated by a distance of 1266 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Palm Desert one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $108. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Palm Desert for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Palm Desert?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Houston to Palm Desert. The cheapest flight overall is $130 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Palm Springs) is currently priced at $249.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Palm Desert that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Palm Desert flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Palm Desert?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Palm Desert.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Palm Desert?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Palm Desert by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Palm Desert?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Palm Desert (average of $54). Flying from Houston to Palm Desert in August is currently the most expensive (average of $123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Houston to Palm Desert

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Palm Desert. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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