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$55+ Cheap flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to Salinas, CA, CA

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PSP — SFO
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Mon 3/17
Mon 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Palm Springs to Salinas are usually found in February or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Palm Springs to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/176:40 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/202:45 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$55
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 3/256:40 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/318:02 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11$57
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/114:16 pmPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Sun 4/132:45 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$58
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 3/196:45 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/219:17 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$77
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/279:00 amPSP - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/14:23 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/12$117
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/173:20 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/215:40 amSFO - PSP
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$151
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/279:59 amPSP - SFO
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/16:00 amSFO - PSP
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$159
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1712:30 pmPSP - SFO
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Sun 4/205:55 amSFO - PSP
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/12$182

Find flights from Palm Springs to Salinas within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Palm Springs to Salinas 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 12, 2025.

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Palm Springs

Fly to

Salinas

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Return

Price

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 4/17

6:40 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

2:45 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$55

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Tue 3/25

6:40 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

8:02 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$57

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Fri 4/11

4:16 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 4/13

2:45 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$58

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 3/27

3:35 pm-5:22 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

9:17 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$112

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 3/27

9:00 am-10:42 am

Nonstop1h 42m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

4:23 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$117

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 4/17

3:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

5:40 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 45m

$151

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 3/27

9:59 am-4:07 pm

1 stop6h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$159

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Thu 4/17

5:20 pm-12:08 am

1 stop6h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

5:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 55m

$177

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Mon 3/17

5:27 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$59

Palm SpringsSan Francisco

PSP - SFO

PSPSFO

Palm Springs

Wed 7/2

5:10 pm-6:46 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$69

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Travel insights for flights from Palm Springs to Salinas

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Palm Springs to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Palm Springs to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 PSP to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Palm Springs to Salinas as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Palm Springs to Salinas. Price data was last updated on September 15, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Palm Springs to Salinas. 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from PSP to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated March 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Palm Springs to Salinas have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,297 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,732 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,953 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
2,320 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,297 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 Palm Springs to Salinas. 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 Palm Springs to Salinas?

    Palm Springs (PSP), located 2.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Palm Springs to Salinas. 8 airlines have flights from Palm Springs to Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Palm Springs to Salinas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 31 outbound flights to Salinas per day.

  • How popular is this Palm Springs to Salinas flight route?

    The Palm Springs to Salinas flight path was viewed by 40 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 Palm Springs to Salinas one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $59 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $69 and Southwest from $76 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Palm Springs to Salinas are Emirates (93%), United Airlines (84%) and Qatar Airways (84%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Palm Springs to Salinas is $28. On average you can expect to pay $1,349. The most popular route, (Palm Springs - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $57.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Palm Springs to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 8 airlines flying from Palm Springs to Salinas

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Palm Springs to Salinas. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$36Average$43FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$60Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$74Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$82Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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