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$79+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) to Palm Desert, CA

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SEA — SAN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Palm Desert are usually found in January or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Palm Desert

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Round-trip from

$177
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$331
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Palm Desert
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:59 pmSEA - PSP
Nonstop2h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/2811:30 amPSP - SEA
Nonstop2h 58mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/17$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:11 amSEA - PSP
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3112:41 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/178:14 pmSEA - PSP
Nonstop2h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/249:10 amPSP - SEA
1 stop4h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/18$182
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:58 amSEA - PSP
Nonstop2h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/18:18 amPSP - SEA
1 stop5h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/17$187
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:58 amSEA - PSP
Nonstop2h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 10/314:04 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop7h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/17$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:25 pmSEA - PSP
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Mon 9/153:20 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$202
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:50 pmSEA - PSP
Nonstop2h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/810:47 amPSP - SEA
1 stop6h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/17$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/2211:04 amSEA - PSP
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/2512:41 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$208
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:02 pmSEA - PSP
1 stop22h 13mFrontier
Mon 10/2712:00 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop24h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/33:28 pmSEA - PSP
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/106:30 pmPSP - SEA
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$210
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:00 amSEA - PSP
1 stop5h 06mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/87:05 amPSP - SEA
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/16$216

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Palm Desert that are best for you.

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SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/14

3:35 pm-6:27 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/25

7:35 am-10:35 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 11/1

7:58 pm-10:48 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Palm Springs

Tue 11/4

9:00 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 11/4

7:58 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Palm Springs

Sat 11/8

11:30 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/30

8:14 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/4

11:47 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/6

8:14 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Palm Springs

Wed 9/17

2:07 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/25

7:58 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Palm Springs

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-10:08 am

Nonstop3h 08m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/22

7:58 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/28

11:30 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/22

7:58 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/25

9:00 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/18

7:58 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 54m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/25

7:21 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$177

SeattlePalm Springs

SEA - PSP

SEAPSP

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/14

5:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/28

11:30 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Palm Desert

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seattle to Palm Desert. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Seattle 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 SEA to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.

When flying from Seattle 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 Seattle to Palm Desert?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 August 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Seattle 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,664 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle 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 Seattle to Palm Desert?

    For a flight from Seattle to Palm Desert, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Seattle/Tacoma Intl is the only Seattle airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Palm Desert per day. 8 airlines have flights to Palm Desert from Seattle/Tacoma Intl on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Palm Desert flight route?

    Flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Palm Desert have been viewed 45 times in the past calendar month.

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

    A quick flight from Seattle to Palm Desert can take about 2h 50m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $177. Airlines will cover a distance of 988 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Before booking your flight to Palm Desert from Seattle, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: China Airlines (100%), Aeromexico (100%), LATAM Airlines( 100%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Palm Desert? While on average our users pay $479, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Palm Springs), is priced around $177.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Seattle 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 8 airlines flying from Seattle to Palm Desert

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$141Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$156Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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