What airlines fly to Palm Springs?

Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Palm Springs from Sacramento according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Palm Springs. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Palm Springs on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Sacramento to Palm Springs on average per day?

The number of flights available between Sacramento and Palm Springs is 1 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 62% of daily flights leaving at noon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Sacramento and Palm Springs?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs?

American Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 3h 34m.

How many flights depart from Sacramento to Palm Springs on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sacramento and Palm Springs is 10 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $433.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 26m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?

Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport is 3 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Palm Springs Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Palm Springs Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Palm Springs Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Palm Springs?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Palm Springs. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $229. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Palm Springs from Sacramento during February instead. Flights to Palm Springs in February, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $308.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Palm Springs?

The cheapest day to depart from Sacramento to Palm Springs is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $144. Flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $264. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Palm Springs?

Our data shows that the cheapest Sacramento to Palm Springs flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Palm Springs at noon for as low as $184. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Palm Springs is in the afternoon when prices are around $254.

What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Palm Springs?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Palm Springs from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Palm Springs for around $331 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Palm Springs from Sacramento for as low as $263 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to Palm Springs flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Sacramento to Palm Springs.

How have Sacramento to Palm Springs flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sacramento to Palm Springs flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	1h 25m
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The best one-way flight to Palm Springs from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $149. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to Palm Springs found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $232.

The fastest flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs takes 1h 25m

Direct flights go from Sacramento to Palm Springs every day.

There is 1 airport near Palm Springs: Palm Springs (PSP)

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How far is Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs by plane?
A flight from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs will travel around 428.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?
Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport is 3 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to Palm Springs Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Palm Springs Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Palm Springs Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Palm Springs Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Sacramento to Palm Springs?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Sacramento to Palm Springs is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (32.29% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (29.17%), Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (21.88%), and Airbus A321neo (3.12%).
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to Palm Springs?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Sacramento to Palm Springs is Southwest (87% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (6%) and United Airlines (6%).

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Southwest	PriceFrom $203	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights
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United Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,007 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Sacramento to Palm Springs
Southwest flies from Sacramento to Palm Springs around 10 times per week, with 4,241 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Sacramento to Palm Springs in the last 72 hours was $203 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $320 for Southwest flights on this route.

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to Palm Springs flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Sacramento to Palm Springs.

How have Sacramento to Palm Springs flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Sacramento to Palm Springs flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs?

American Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to Palm Springs

What airlines fly to Palm Springs?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Sacramento and Palm Springs?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $433.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 3h 34m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Sacramento to Palm Springs?

Phoenix (PHX) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 26m.

How many flights depart from Sacramento to Palm Springs on average per day?

The number of flights available between Sacramento and Palm Springs is 1 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 62% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Sacramento to Palm Springs on average per week?

The number of flights available between Sacramento and Palm Springs is 10 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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