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$98+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert, CA

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PHX — SAN
Jan 23 — Jan 301
Fri 1/23
Fri 1/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 12/258:35 amPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:34 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Wed 12/244:09 pmPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:34 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Thu 12/258:35 amPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2912:55 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/265:46 pmPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:34 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$437
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Fri 12/2611:31 amPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:39 amPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/254:53 pmPHX - PSP
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/271:33 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/304:29 pmPHX - PSP
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:15 amPSP - PHX
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$457
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Sat 12/274:29 pmPHX - PSP
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:41 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$494
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Mon 12/298:20 pmPHX - PSP
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/312:45 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/2511:45 amPHX - PSP
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 12/292:55 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/308:35 amPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/212:55 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$504

Find flight deals from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Phoenix to Palm Desert flight deals. Data was last updated December 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$185
(Delta)

One-way from

$98
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$437
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert that are best for you.

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PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/30

4:42 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop23h 04m

Palm Springs

Mon 2/16

3:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$185

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/14

3:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop17h 45m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/18

8:29 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$210

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Palm Springs

Thu 3/12

2:47 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Palm Springs

Sat 3/14

2:47 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Palm Springs

Wed 3/11

2:47 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 3/9

6:15 am-1:48 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Palm Springs

Sat 3/14

2:47 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Palm Springs

Fri 3/13

2:47 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

6:05 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Palm Springs

Sun 3/15

2:47 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$225

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/17

6:20 am-2:46 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Palm Springs

Sun 1/18

2:57 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$227

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 2/4

1:16 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/11

7:46 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Palm Desert from Phoenix with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert (average of $39). Flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert in June is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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 PHX to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 24, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix to Palm Desert is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 24, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert, such as Southwest, American Airlines, and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
3,073 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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 Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Departing from Phoenix to Palm Desert will take you 17h 45m. The distance from Phoenix to Palm Desert is about 261 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Phoenix to Palm Desert on time: Japan Airlines (86%), Southwest (74%), Horizon Air (73%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert? While on average our users pay $341, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $38. The most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Palm Springs), is priced around $211.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert (average of $39). Flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert in June is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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 7 airlines flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$47Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$79Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$93Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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