Salinas

$79+ Cheap flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PSP — SFO
Feb 20 — Feb 271
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Cheapest flights from Palm Springs to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Palm Springs to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/136:26 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/174:11 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$117
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 5/157:35 pm
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 5/174:45 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/1410:24 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 2/177:00 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/126:45 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Mon 2/166:40 pm
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$151
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 3/66:09 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/88:45 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/115:45 am
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Tue 2/171:50 pm
SFO
-
PSP
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$156
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/105:10 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Sat 2/215:55 am
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:08 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop7h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 3/109:25 am
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop7h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/115:45 am
PSP
-
SFO
2 stops6h 05m
Southwest
Mon 2/165:00 am
SFO
-
PSP
1 stop10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$162
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/247:05 am
PSP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/19:59 pm
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$167
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:08 pm
PSP
-
SFO
1 stop5h 02m
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun 2/227:00 am
SFO
-
PSP
Nonstop1h 35m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/19$168

Find flight deals from Palm Springs to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Palm Springs to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$167
Provider with most accurate pricing for Palm Springs-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Palm Springs to Salinas
One-way flight from Palm Springs to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Palm Springs to Salinas that are best for you.

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Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 2/12

5:04 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$117

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 2/12

6:25 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$117

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Sat 2/14

7:41 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$142

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Wed 3/25

5:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

5:01 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$157

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Fri 4/10

7:05 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

9:08 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$157

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Tue 2/10

5:10 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

5:55 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$158

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Fri 3/20

7:51 am-9:45 am

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

6:30 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$165

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Sat 2/14

2:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

6:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$169

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Sat 2/28

5:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

3:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$169

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Sat 2/14

2:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

1:50 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$174

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Best time to book a flight from Palm Springs to Salinas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Palm Springs to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Palm Springs to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Salinas (average of $19). Flying from Palm Springs to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 PSP to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Palm Springs to Salinas in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 63% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Palm Springs to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Palm Springs to Salinas flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas. 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 January 21, 2026.

The most flights from PSP to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Palm Springs to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Palm Springs to Salinas?

    Palm Springs (PSP), located 2.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Palm Springs to Salinas. 6 airlines have flights from Palm Springs to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Palm Springs to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 31 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

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

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

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from Palm Springs to Salinas in just under 1h 47m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 09m. There are 420 mi between Palm Springs and Salinas. 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 Palm Springs to Salinas one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $21 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $28 and Alaska Airlines from $52 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Palm Springs to Salinas are Horizon Air (73%), Emirates (72%) and Air New Zealand (72%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Palm Springs to Salinas is $78. On average you can expect to pay $492. The most popular route, (Palm Springs - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Salinas (average of $19). Flying from Palm Springs to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 Palm Springs to Salinas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Palm Springs to Salinas. 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$36Average$63FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$87Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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