Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): what you need to know
Palm Springs's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Diego.
To ensure you get on your SAN to PSP flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and PSP:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
$360 is the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight. Return flights start from $640. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to PSP, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAN to PSP by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN's address is Airport Drive.
Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
If you're arriving on a late San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near PSP:
Hit the road running by picking up a Palm Springs International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Palm Springs's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Palm Springs International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
The street address for PSP is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
From Palm Springs International Airport, Palm Springs is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
February is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Palm Springs in May.
The warmest month in Palm Springs is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAN to PSP sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Palm Springs, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 161 kilometres west to Los Angeles to tick off its leading attractions. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 418 kilometres east of Palm Springs, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
