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$47+ Cheap flights from California to Palm Springs (PSP)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PSP
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Palm Springs

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Palm Springs flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$47
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$514

Good round-trip deal

$189 or less

Good one-way deal

$86 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/278:51 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:17 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/47:41 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$121
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/269:00 amSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Sun 9/2811:23 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/208:35 amSFO - PSP
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 9/2411:00 amPSP - SFO
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/218:40 amSFO - PSP
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/241:35 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/208:55 amSMF - PSP
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/265:30 pmPSP - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$163
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/59:17 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/89:10 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/235:09 pmSMF - PSP
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Sat 8/306:10 amPSP - SMF
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/28$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:00 amLAS - PSP
1 stop5h 36mFrontier
Mon 9/812:31 pmPSP - LAS
1 stop22h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$176
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/185:35 amSFO - PSP
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Fri 8/225:12 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/28$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/267:00 pmLAX - PSP
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/28:35 amPSP - LAX
Nonstop1h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/275:05 pmOAK - PSP
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Tue 9/305:04 pmPSP - OAK
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/30$187

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Palm Springs 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Palm Springs that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Palm Springs

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

8:51 pm-10:33 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Palm Springs

Tue 9/30

6:30 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$117

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

9:17 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Palm Springs

Thu 9/4

7:41 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$121

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

9:00 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Palm Springs

Sun 9/28

11:23 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$130

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

8:35 am-4:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Palm Springs

Wed 9/24

11:00 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$151

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

8:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Palm Springs

Sun 8/24

1:35 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$159

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

8:55 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Palm Springs

Tue 8/26

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$163

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

9:17 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Palm Springs

Mon 9/8

9:10 am-10:47 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$167

Las VegasPalm Springs

LAS - PSP

LASPSP

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-11:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

Palm Springs

Mon 9/8

12:31 pm-11:08 am

1 stop22h 37m

$176

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

5:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop6h 01m

Palm Springs

Sat 8/23

6:10 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$177

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

5:09 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Palm Springs

Tue 8/26

6:10 am-1:55 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from California to Palm Springs

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Palm Springs

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Palm Springs?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from California to Palm Springs in March is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 CA to PSP?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Palm Springs. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Palm Springs as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Palm Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Springs. 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 Springs. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Palm Springs to help guide your decision. 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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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 California to Palm Springs. 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 into for flights to Palm Springs from California?

    Located just 2.2 mi from the city center, Palm Springs (PSP) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Palm Springs from California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Palm Springs one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $47. Alaska Airlines flights start at $49 while deals on United Airlines start at $74 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Palm Springs?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Palm Springs are San Francisco - Palm Springs, San Jose - Palm Springs and Oakland - Palm Springs.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Palm Springs?

    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 California to Palm Springs on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Air Canada (100%), Austrian Airlines (100%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Palm Springs that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Palm Springs?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Palm Springs?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Palm Springs 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 California to Palm Springs?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from California to Palm Springs in March is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Palm Springs

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Palm Springs. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$31Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$91Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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