Route Briefing: San Francisco to Palm Springs
Covering 421 miles in 1 hour and 30 minutes, the nonstop flight from SFO to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) provides a quick sunny escape from Northern California. United and Alaska Airlines operate daily flights.
Palm Springs is famous for its mid-century modern architecture, mountain backdrops, and relaxing poolside lifestyle. Tour iconic celebrity homes in Vista Las Palmas, take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up Mount San Jacinto for sweeping desert views, and explore the boutique shops and art galleries along Palm Canyon Drive. A morning day trip to Joshua Tree National Park offers surreal desert landscapes and world-class stargazing.
Roundtrip economy tickets under $120 are a great deal, with standard fares ranging from $170 to $250. High season runs from November through March when sunny 75-degree weather makes outdoor living pure bliss. Book 3 to 5 weeks in advance for the best economy pricing.






