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$51+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Palm Springs (SAN - 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PSP
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Palm Springs

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$51
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$350
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Palm Springs
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Palm Springs. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/256:15 amSAN - PSP
1 stop4h 59mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/279:00 amPSP - SAN
1 stop6h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/72:27 pmSAN - PSP
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/236:07 pmPSP - SAN
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/155:27 pmSAN - PSP
1 stop24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1711:42 amPSP - SAN
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$313

Find flights from San Diego to Palm Springs within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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San Diego

Fly to

Palm Springs

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Tue 3/25

6:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop4h 59m

Palm Springs

Thu 3/27

9:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$177

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Mon 4/7

2:27 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Palm Springs

Wed 4/23

6:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$220

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Sat 3/15

5:27 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop24h 28m

Palm Springs

Mon 3/17

11:42 am-9:58 pm

2 stops34h 16m

$313

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-9:39 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$87

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-6:09 pm

3 stops35h 54m

$181

San DiegoPalm Springs

SAN - PSP

SANPSP

San Diego

Tue 4/1

7:35 pm-11:18 am

2 stops15h 43m

$951

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Deals found on 2/20

Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Palm Springs

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 San Diego to Palm Springs in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 San Diego-Palm Springs flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Palm Springs flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Palm Springs flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Palm Springs flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Palm Springs

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Palm Springs?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from San Diego to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SAN to PSP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Palm Springs at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 February 20, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,692 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,766 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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 San Diego 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Palm Springs round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to Palm Springs is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $177 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $220. Alaska Airlines is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $51 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $87 and United Airlines from $951 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Palm Springs?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Palm Springs (average of $337). Flying from San Diego to Palm Springs in June is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 2 airlines flying from San Diego to Palm Springs

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$181Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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