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$79+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert, 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SAN
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Palm Desert are usually found in May or August, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Phoenix to Palm Desert flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$487
From Phoenix to Palm Desert
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/146:00 amPHX - PSP
1 stop5h 41mFrontier
Fri 4/1812:15 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$178
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2111:07 amPHX - PSP
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/2411:00 amPSP - PHX
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/111:35 amPHX - PSP
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Thu 5/84:00 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$265
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/147:02 pmPHX - PSP
1 stop22h 58mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/245:15 pmPSP - PHX
1 stop22h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/19:30 pmPHX - PSP
Nonstop1h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/41:39 pmPSP - PHX
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$397
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/155:15 amPHX - PSP
1 stop17h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/187:26 amPSP - PHX
1 stop13h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$435

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
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PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/18

12:15 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$178

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/21

11:07 am-4:22 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/24

11:00 am-3:49 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$261

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/1

11:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Palm Springs

Thu 5/8

4:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$265

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/14

7:02 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop22h 58m

Palm Springs

Thu 4/24

5:15 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$314

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/1

9:30 pm-10:36 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/4

1:39 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$397

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

5:15 am-10:54 pm

1 stop17h 39m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/18

7:26 am-9:02 pm

1 stop13h 36m

$435

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/25

5:40 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 32m

$79

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/29

9:00 am-7:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$107

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/30

10:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$133

PhoenixPalm Springs

PHX - PSP

PHXPSP

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/28

5:00 am-8:36 pm

2 stops15h 36m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Palm Desert from Phoenix with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 PHX to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on November 3, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Palm Desert. 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Desert ranges from 0.1 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Palm Desert when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Desert, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palm Desert

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Desert. 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 Palm Desert. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Phoenix to Palm Desert have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix to Palm Desert. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix to Palm Desert one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $107 and Southwest from $133 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Phoenix to Palm Desert on time: Japan Airlines (91%), Frontier (90%), British Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert? While on average our users pay $1,848, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $37. The most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Palm Springs), is priced around $257.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix to Palm Desert 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 Phoenix to Palm Desert?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 7 airlines flying from Phoenix to Palm Desert

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix to Palm Desert. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$78FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$112Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$224Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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