$89 Cheap Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from Palm Springs to San Jose (PSP-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $182 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$182 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $182 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$186 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $186 found 14 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 6
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$187 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $187 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$187 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $187 found 12 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$187 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $187 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 14
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$191 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $191 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$192 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $192 found 12 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 17
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$193 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $193 found 2 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 11
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$221 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $221 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2
PSP
Palm Springs
SJC
San Jose
$284 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Palm Springs to San Jose, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $284 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Jose (SJC)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $112 - $586 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Jose

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

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $174
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $174
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 41 minutes. Flights from $220
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center41 min
Flights from $220
Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
Palm Springs Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$182
Distance
390 mi

Palm Springs to San Jose Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Palm Springs to San Jose

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 Jose are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Palm Springs to San Jose with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Palm Springs to San Jose: 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 Jose

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 Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from PSP to SJC by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from PSP to SJC?
The cheapest flights from PSP to SJC are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
When heading out of Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), you can hop on a direct flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from PSP to SJC?
With tickets starting at $89 for a one-way journey from PSP to SJC, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from PSP on October 9 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight leaving from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) every day. If this doesn't work for you, check out flights with a layover. Just filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
More people fly between PSP and SJC at 11 AM than at any other time of day. Looking to skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from PSP to SJC?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
What is the earliest flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 10:40AM UTC-8, leaving from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP). You'll be flying for roughly 1h 35m, landing at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) at approximately 12:15PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The average flight time from PSP to SJC is 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 390 mi.
What airline has the least delays from PSP to SJC?
With 100% of flights typically arriving on schedule, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). To monitor your flight status and get notified if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
To touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) without delays, book a flight that leaves from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Jose from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
Catch a direct flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to San Jose and touch down at any one of these airports:

  • 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from PSP to SJC generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a PSP to SJC flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a PSP to SJC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your PSP to SJC flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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