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$111+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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.
SFO — PSP
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Palm Springs

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/127:12 pm
SFO
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PSP
Nonstop1h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/148:15 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/17$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 9/196:43 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Tue 9/227:15 am
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2111:33 am
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/231:58 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22$195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/163:56 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 6/236:45 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19$196
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/83:41 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/177:15 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/18$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Thu 10/158:41 am
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/207:12 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20$199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Thu 10/158:41 am
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/1512:58 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20$201
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:00 pm
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop4h 35m
Delta
Wed 11/45:10 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/18$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/296:48 am
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 54m
United Airlines
Mon 11/27:33 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18$206
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/86:45 pm
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop3h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 6/106:45 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/14:40 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Thu 9/177:15 am
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 10/295:10 am
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 11/26:35 am
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17$211

Find flight deals from Salinas to Palm Springs

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Palm Springs flight deals. Data was last updated May 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$196
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$111
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$313
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Palm Springs flight deals.
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From Salinas to Palm Springs
One-way flight from Salinas to Palm Springs
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 May 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Palm Springs that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

7:00 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Palm Springs

Mon 8/24

4:00 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$221
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 6/12

8:19 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Palm Springs

Tue 6/16

7:15 am-8:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$244

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 6/23

8:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Palm Springs

Thu 6/25

7:17 am-10:45 am

1 stop3h 28m

$255

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

8:19 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/13

7:15 am-8:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$277

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 7/7

2:15 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Palm Springs

Sun 7/12

12:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$282

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Tue 6/30

6:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Palm Springs

Sun 7/5

6:45 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$285

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

3:56 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/6

7:17 am-10:45 am

1 stop3h 28m

$287

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 7/10

8:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/13

7:17 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$304

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 7/10

8:45 am-3:35 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Palm Springs

Mon 7/13

9:55 am-5:05 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$307

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

6:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Palm Springs

Tue 6/9

2:37 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$321

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Palm Springs

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to PSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 May 22, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Salinas to Palm Springs in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Palm Springs

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Palm Springs. 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 May 22, 2026.

The most flights from S9N to PSP are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas to Palm Springs?

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Palm Springs?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Palm Springs. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Palm Springs flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

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 May 22, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Palm Springs, such as Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas 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 Salinas?

    Palm Springs (PSP), located 2.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Palm Springs. 6 airlines have flights to Palm Springs from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Palm Springs should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 22 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

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

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Palm Springs?

    There are many flights that can get you from Salinas to Palm Springs in 1h 38m. Fly via Southwest, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Salinas and Palm Springs are separated by a distance of 420 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $29. Users have also found prices from $52 and $58 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas 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 Salinas to Palm Springs on time: Japan Airlines (92%), Air New Zealand (80%), Air Canada (77%).

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

    While on average a flight from Salinas to Palm Springs is generally $538, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Palm Springs), you can expect to pay $177 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Salinas to Palm Springs

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 May 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$52Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$73Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$120Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$201Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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