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$143+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Palm Springs (PSP)

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PSP
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Palm Springs are usually found in January or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Palm Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Palm Springs (PSP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(Frontier)

One-way from

$143
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$414

Good round-trip deal

$320 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:05 pmORD - PSP
1 stop23h 09mSun Country Air
Sun 5/46:00 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop23h 09mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/1$295
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 9/1112:01 pmORD - PSP
1 stop6h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/177:27 amPSP - ORD
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$296
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 5/37:13 pmORD - PSP
1 stop19h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/611:00 amPSP - ORD
2 stops17h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 5/1710:05 amORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/2412:22 pmPSP - ORD
Nonstop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 4/207:53 pmORD - PSP
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/261:31 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/266:04 amMDW - PSP
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Wed 4/301:32 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/1$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 5/138:40 amORD - PSP
2 stops9h 48mDelta
Tue 5/2012:24 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/1$306
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/66:45 amORD - PSP
1 stop7h 04mFrontier
Thu 4/1012:25 pmPSP - ORD
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$308
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/176:45 amMDW - PSP
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Fri 4/1812:15 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Mon 6/97:00 pmMDW - PSP
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Wed 6/111:20 pmPSP - MDW
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 6/125:25 pmORD - PSP
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 6/155:35 amPSP - ORD
2 stops14h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$398

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Palm Springs 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 April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Palm Springs that are best for you.

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Palm Springs

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ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

8:05 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop23h 09m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/4

6:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$295

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

12:01 pm-4:43 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Palm Springs

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-7:44 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$296

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

7:13 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Palm Springs

Tue 5/6

11:00 am-6:05 am

2 stops17h 05m

$298

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

10:05 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Palm Springs

Sat 5/24

12:22 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop3h 58m

$301

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/20

7:53 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop4h 37m

Palm Springs

Sat 4/26

1:31 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$304

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/26

6:04 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 16m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/30

1:32 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$305

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

8:40 am-4:28 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Palm Springs

Tue 5/20

12:24 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$306

ChicagoPalm Springs

ORD - PSP

ORDPSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

6:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 40m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/18

12:15 pm-12:37 am

1 stop10h 22m

$308

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/17

6:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop6h 40m

Palm Springs

Fri 4/18

12:15 pm-12:21 am

1 stop10h 06m

$308

ChicagoPalm Springs

MDW - PSP

MDWPSP

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/9

7:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Palm Springs

Wed 6/11

1:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$313

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Palm Springs in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Palm Springs flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Palm Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Palm Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Palm Springs flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Palm Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Palm Springs from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Palm Springs

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs, you should look to book at least 47 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 Chicago to Palm Springs?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from Chicago to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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 CHI to PSP?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Springs. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Chicago to Palm Springs by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Palm Springs?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Palm Springs. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Springs

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Palm Springs. 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 April 3, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to PSP are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Palm Springs by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Springs 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 Springs when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Springs by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Springs, 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 Springs

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Springs. 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 Springs. Reviews last updated April 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Palm Springs. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
9,827 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
4,274 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,347 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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
8,619 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

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 Chicago to Palm Springs. 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 into for flights to Palm Springs from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs, you will be flying into Palm Springs. Palm Springs (PSP) is just 2.2 mi from the center of the city. Palm Springs is the only Palm Springs airport and it handles 3 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Palm Springs from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Palm Springs round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($298), Alaska Airlines ($299), and American Airlines ($301) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Palm Springs. Frontier is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Palm Springs one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $143 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $144 and Delta from $145 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Palm Springs?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Palm Springs are Emirates (90%), United Airlines (82%) and American Airlines (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palm Springs?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Palm Springs is $138. On average you can expect to pay $1,008. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Palm Springs), can usually be booked for $269.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Palm Springs that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Palm Springs?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Palm Springs?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Palm Springs 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 Chicago to Palm Springs?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from Chicago to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $537). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Palm Springs

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Palm Springs. 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$277Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$279Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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