Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): what you need to know
The timezone in Palm Springs is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to PSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LHR and PSP include:
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight is 317 €. A return fare right now is 628 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to PSP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to PSP.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near LHR:
Arriving at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PSP instead:
Begin your adventure 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.
Booking your vehicle from Palm Springs International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
PSP is located at 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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport is May, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Palm Springs based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Palm Springs is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Palm Springs International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to PSP in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Palm Springs. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Phoenix is another essential stop in United States and is around 418 kilometres east of Palm Springs. No trip is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.