What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?

United Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

What airlines fly to Palm Springs?

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Palm Springs from Santa Barbara according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Palm Springs. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Palm Springs on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport?

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport?

As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Palm Springs Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:35 am - 3:29 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

5h 54m1 stop San Francisco

8:00 am - 11:52 amPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

3h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$263United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

2:25 pm - 10:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

3:45 pm - 9:00 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

5h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$263Southwest

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17

2:25 pm - 10:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

5:45 am - 3:20 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

$268Southwest

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17

4:21 pm - 8:36 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

4h 15m1 stop San Francisco

5:59 pm - 10:51 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$272United Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2

11:10 am - 6:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

7h 20m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl

5:45 am - 3:20 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

$273Southwest

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 17

10:50 am - 1:46 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

2h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

5:15 am - 12:59 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

$293United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

1:45 pm - 4:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

3h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:05 am - 5:05 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

$317Southwest

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

2:22 pm - 10:20 amSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

19h 58m2 stops San Diego San Francisco

7:12 pm - 2:58 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

19h 46m2 stops San Francisco San Diego

$319Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

10:55 am - 4:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

5h 55m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:05 am - 5:05 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego

$322Southwest

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

10:50 am - 1:46 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PSP Palm Springs

2h 56m1 stop Los Angeles

5:15 am - 12:59 pmPSP Palm Springs-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 44m1 stop Denver Intl

$333United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31

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United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

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United Airlines

Sep 22

SBA9:35 amSanta Barbara

5h 54m

1 stop

PSP3:29 pmPalm Springs

Sep 29

PSP8:00 amPalm Springs

3h 52m

1 stop

SBA11:52 amSanta Barbara

$263

United Airlines

Sep 29

SBA4:21 pmSanta Barbara

4h 15m

1 stop

PSP8:36 pmPalm Springs

Oct 2

PSP5:59 pmPalm Springs

4h 52m

1 stop

SBA10:51 pmSanta Barbara

$272

United Airlines

Oct 27

SBA10:50 amSanta Barbara

2h 56m

1 stop

PSP1:46 pmPalm Springs

Oct 31

PSP5:15 amPalm Springs

7h 44m

1 stop

SBA12:59 pmSanta Barbara

$293

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 27

SBA2:22 pmSanta Barbara

19h 58m

2 stops

PSP10:20 amPalm Springs

Oct 31

PSP7:12 pmPalm Springs

19h 46m

2 stops

SBA2:58 pmSanta Barbara

$319

Alaska Airlines

Oct 27

SBA2:22 pmSanta Barbara

19h 58m

2 stops

PSP10:20 amPalm Springs

Oct 31

PSP7:12 pmPalm Springs

19h 46m

2 stops

SBA2:58 pmSanta Barbara

$359

Alaska Airlines

Sep 23

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

14h 53m

2 stops

PSP8:53 pmPalm Springs

Sep 28

PSP11:38 amPalm Springs

12h 12m

2 stops

SBA11:50 pmSanta Barbara

$419

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Tue 9/22

9:35 am-3:29 pm

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Tue 9/29

8:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

$263

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Santa Barbara

Fri 10/16

2:25 pm-10:20 pm

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4:21 pm-8:36 pm

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Fri 10/2

5:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$272

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Fri 10/16

11:10 am-6:30 pm

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Palm Springs

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2 stops9h 35m

$273

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SBA Santa Barbara - PSP Palm Springs

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Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

10:50 am-1:46 pm

1 stop2h 56m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/31

5:15 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$293

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SBA Santa Barbara - PSP Palm Springs

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Santa Barbara

Tue 9/22

1:45 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop3h 05m

Palm Springs

Tue 9/29

11:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$317

Santa BarbaraPalm Springs

SBA Santa Barbara - PSP Palm Springs

SBAPSP

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

2:22 pm-10:20 am

2 stops19h 58m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/31

7:12 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$319

Santa BarbaraPalm Springs

SBA Santa Barbara - PSP Palm Springs

SBAPSP

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/22

10:55 am-4:50 pm

2 stops5h 55m

Palm Springs

Tue 9/29

11:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$322

Santa BarbaraPalm Springs

SBA Santa Barbara - PSP Palm Springs

SBAPSP

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

10:50 am-1:46 pm

1 stop2h 56m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/31

5:15 am-12:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$333

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $249. Flights from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $407. 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 Santa Barbara to Palm Springs flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Palm Springs in the morning for as low as $254. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Palm Springs is in the afternoon when prices are around $319.

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Best Price Found	$132
Fastest flight time	2h 56m
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The best one-way flight to Palm Springs from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $132. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $263.

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs takes 2h 56m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs

How far is Santa Barbara to Palm Springs by plane?
Palm Springs is 185.0 mi away from Santa Barbara. Flights usually cover this in 2h 56m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport?
As of September 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Palm Springs Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Palm Springs Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Palm Springs Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs is United Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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