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$54+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Palm Desert, CA

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SFO — SAN
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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The best prices from San Francisco to Palm Desert are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Palm Desert

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Round-trip from

$58
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

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February

Average price

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sun 3/302:53 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 4/44:16 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$58
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/302:53 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/29:00 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$63
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/249:17 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/298:55 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13$67
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/248:02 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/266:40 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/13$77
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 3/184:22 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/1911:54 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/12$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Wed 4/25:40 amSFO - PSP
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Fri 4/44:45 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/13$156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Sun 3/306:00 amSFO - PSP
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/24:47 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/13$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/125:40 amSFO - PSP
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sat 4/191:55 pmPSP - SFO
2 stops7h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/13$182

Find flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 14, 2025.

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Palm Desert

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

2:53 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/4

4:16 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$58

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

2:53 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/2

9:00 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$63

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

9:17 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Palm Springs

Sat 3/29

8:55 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$67

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Mon 3/24

8:02 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Palm Springs

Wed 3/26

6:40 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$77

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

8:02 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/16

6:40 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$132

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

5:40 am-1:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/4

4:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 45m

$156

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/2

4:47 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$159

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Sat 4/12

10:05 am-4:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/16

12:30 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops10h 08m

$182

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

1:49 pm-3:26 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$54

San FranciscoPalm Springs

SFO - PSP

SFOPSP

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

4:55 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 14, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 14, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to PD9 are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 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 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Palm Desert. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,318 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    If you book a flight to Palm Desert from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 30 flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert per day from 10 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Palm Desert flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Palm Desert was viewed by 190 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. Alaska Airlines flights start at $59 while deals on United Airlines start at $69 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Palm Desert on time: Copa Airlines (96%), Virgin Australia (91%), Lufthansa (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert? While on average our users pay $300, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $28. The most popular route (San Francisco - Palm Springs), is priced around $52.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Palm Desert?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from San Francisco 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Palm Desert

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$29Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$45Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$45Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$76Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$78Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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