$54 Cheap Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Today's featured flight deals from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco (PSP-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $54 for one-way flights and $76 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$76 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$76
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $76 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$103 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$103
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $103 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$108 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $108 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$111 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $111 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 5
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$113 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $113 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $117 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $117 found 5 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$119 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $119 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$143 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $143 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
PSP
Palm Springs
SFO
San Francisco
$159 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Palm Springs to San Francisco, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $159 found 9 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Francisco (SFO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $279 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $279
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $279
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $291
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $291
Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Palm Springs Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$76
Distance
421 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 42 mins

Palm Springs to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Palm Springs to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Palm Springs to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Palm Springs to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Palm Springs to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $54 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Palm Springs to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Palm Springs to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $54 or cheap return flight from $76 from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Planning your getaway for November can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between PSP and SFO. You'll often find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Enjoy a seamless journey to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). 3 airlines offer direct flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), including:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
While prices can vary depending on your travel dates, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest fare for your PSP to SFO flight.
How many flights per day from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With, on average, 6 direct flights departing from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights between PSP and SFO are busiest at 7 AM. For a more relaxed experience and possibly cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from PSP to SFO?
Friday has the most flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) is at around 7:25AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll reach San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 9:23AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 1h 58m.
How long does it take to fly from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to fly the 420 mi from PSP to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from PSP to SFO?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 82%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Choose a flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
You can arrive at any one of these San Francisco airports after your direct flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP):

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from PSP to SFO often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PSP to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a PSP to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your PSP to SFO flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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