Flying from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). Explore the options for setting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), the city's main airports.
Palm Springs (where Palm Springs International Airport is located) and San Diego share the UTC-7 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from San Diego to PSP. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, 71.38% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is around 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 15 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to PSP flight:
About Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PSP instead:
Pick up a Palm Springs International Airport rental car and explore Palm Springs and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport flight.
PSP is located at 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
Palm Springs International Airport to central Palm Springs is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
At the moment, 100 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 240 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to PSP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
October is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). Visit Palm Springs in May for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your San Diego to PSP plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Palm Springs, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport in December when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Palm Springs
After booking your flight from San Diego to Palm Springs International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Palm Springs:
Your Palm Springs trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, Agua Caliente Indian Canyons and PS Drag Brunch.
Explore more of the United States
Palm Springs is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres west of Palm Springs, a trip to Los Angeles will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, consider San Diego, roughly 137 kilometres south-west of Palm Springs. San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are key highlights.
