Travelling from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). Explore your options for departing Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The average time for a direct Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport flight is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Palm Springs is three hours behind Toronto. Palm Springs International Airport is located in Palm Springs, which runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services every week. Get from YYZ to PSP on Air Canada's 8:15am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Toronto to PSP.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport with Air Canada.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between YYZ and PSP is Air Canada.
Among carriers on this route, Air Canada has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to PSP flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62.09%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Reserve a hotel close to PSP if you have a late flight from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Palm Springs International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Dollar and chase adventure across Palm Springs and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport flight.
The address for PSP is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
Central Palm Springs is about 3 kilometres from Palm Springs International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
$208 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport. Return flights start from $402. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap flights from Toronto to PSP, book your ticket one month before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Palm Springs. October is when most people book flights from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Toronto to PSP flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Palm Springs, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
December sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Palm Springs
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Palm Springs right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Palm Springs International Airport:
There are loads of things to do in Palm Springs when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway followed by Agua Caliente Indian Canyons and PS Drag Brunch.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Palm Springs, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 161 kilometres west to Los Angeles to check off its must-visit sights. From Hollywood Sign to Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Diego is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres south-west of Palm Springs. No journey is complete without visiting San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.