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$74+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Palm Desert, CA

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SFO — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Palm Desert are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Palm Desert flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$74
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$317
From San Francisco to Palm Desert
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 7/299:08 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/45:10 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/179:08 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/219:10 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/199:00 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/238:35 amPSP - SFO
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/215:45 amSFO - PSP
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Thu 10/234:10 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/108:00 amSFO - PSP
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/146:58 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/85:55 amSFO - PSP
2 stops10h 33mDelta
Wed 7/95:13 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 6/10$182
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/33:20 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Sun 10/55:40 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$186

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Palm Desert

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

9:08 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Palm Springs

Mon 8/4

5:10 pm-6:46 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$137

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

9:08 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/21

9:10 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$139

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

9:00 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Palm Springs

Sat 8/23

8:35 am-1:14 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$142

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

5:45 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Palm Springs

Thu 10/23

4:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 55m

$151

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

8:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/14

6:58 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$160

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

5:55 am-4:28 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Palm Springs

Wed 7/9

5:13 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$182

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

3:20 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Palm Springs

Sun 10/5

5:40 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$186

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sat 7/12

9:08 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$74

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 55m

$80

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 7/17

5:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop6h 01m

$89

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from San Francisco to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SFO to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Palm Desert, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to PD9 are scheduled on a Thursday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

Rainfall in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Desert ranges from 0.1 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Palm Desert when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Desert, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Francisco to Palm Desert. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    If you book a flight to Palm Desert from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 16 flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Palm Desert flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Palm Desert was viewed by 202 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $74. American Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Delta start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Palm Desert on time: SWISS (92%), ANA (91%), Lufthansa (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert? While on average our users pay $411, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $31. The most popular route (San Francisco - Palm Springs), is priced around $117.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from San Francisco to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$28Average$82FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$31Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$58Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$59Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$75Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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