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$95+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs (SMF - 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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — PSP
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs are usually found in May or February, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Palm Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Palm Springs (PSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$224
(Southwest)

One-way from

$95
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$352
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/259:00 amSMF - PSP
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 8/275:30 pmPSP - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/15:40 amSMF - PSP
1 stop5h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/34:47 pmPSP - SMF
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:15 amSMF - PSP
2 stops10h 13mDelta
Fri 5/305:08 pmPSP - SMF
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/29$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/162:30 pmSMF - PSP
1 stop3h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/176:00 amPSP - SMF
1 stop3h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$253
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/315:00 amSMF - PSP
2 stops9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/316:14 pmPSP - SMF
2 stops14h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$403

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

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Sacramento

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Palm Springs

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Price

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/25

9:00 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Palm Springs

Wed 8/27

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$224

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/1

5:40 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 52m

Palm Springs

Tue 6/3

4:47 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$225

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

6:15 am-4:28 pm

2 stops10h 13m

Palm Springs

Fri 5/30

5:08 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$244

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/16

2:30 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop3h 19m

Palm Springs

Tue 6/17

6:00 am-9:21 am

1 stop3h 21m

$253

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/31

5:00 am-2:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/31

6:14 pm-8:35 am

2 stops14h 21m

$403

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/31

12:57 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$95

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/3

7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$109

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/3

12:22 pm-4:33 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$114

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

12:56 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$141

SacramentoPalm Springs

SMF - PSP

SMFPSP

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/29

6:10 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 00m

$189

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Deals found on 4/29

Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Palm Springs in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Palm Springs flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Palm Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Palm Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Palm Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Palm Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Palm Springs from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs, you should look to book at least 36 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 Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from Sacramento to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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 SMF to PSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 April 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sacramento to Palm Springs in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Palm Springs by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Springs 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 Springs when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Springs by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Springs, 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 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 April 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Palm Springs. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 Sacramento 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 airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

    If you book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs. Flights to Palm Springs (PSP) from Sacramento Intl (SMF) take 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Palm Springs flight route?

    This flight path from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs was viewed by 1 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 flying from Sacramento to Palm Springs round-trip?

    Currently priced at $224, Southwest will fly you from Sacramento to Palm Springs and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $225 and $244, respectively. Users have found that Southwest is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs are American Airlines ($95), Southwest ($109), and Delta ($114).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $126. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Palm Springs) can be booked for $239 on average our data indicates $244 when flying from Sacramento to Palm Springs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from Sacramento to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Palm Springs

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$164Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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