$80 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Palm Springs (PSP)

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Palm Springs (SMF-PSP)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $80 for one-way flights and $116 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 9
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$116 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $116 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$123 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $123 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 7
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$128 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $128 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$130 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $130 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 30
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$133 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $133 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 18
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$135 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $135 found 4 days ago
United
Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 9
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$138 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $138 found 1 day ago
Delta
Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$151 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $151 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$174 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $174 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 28
SMF
Sacramento
PSP
Palm Springs
$279 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Sacramento to Palm Springs, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $279 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to Palm Springs (PSP)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $137 - $467 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Palm Springs

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

Select flight to Palm Springs Intl. PSP. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 4 minutes. Flights from $245
PSP
Palm Springs Intl.
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Average driving time to city center4 min
Flights from $245
Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Palm Springs (PSP)
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
Palm Springs Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$116
Distance
439 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 30 mins

Sacramento to Palm Springs Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to Palm Springs

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Palm Springs

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

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 Sacramento to Palm Springs in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $80 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 Sacramento to Palm Springs 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 Sacramento to Palm Springs 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) cost?
You can land cheap return tickets from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) starting from $116. Reserve your seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving SMF on August 6 2025 and touching down at PSP. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to PSP?
The cheapest flights from SMF to PSP 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 Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
When departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SMF to PSP?
Right now, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from SMF to PSP is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $65. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SMF on August 19 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs each day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP). Need more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
The 6 PM departures from SMF to PSP are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to PSP?
Friday offers the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)'s earliest flight to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) is at approximately 11:35AM UTC-8. With a travel duration of 1h 30m, you'll land at around 1:05PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to fly the 440 mi from SMF to PSP.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
Choose a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour 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 Palm Springs from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Compare your flight options from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP). This is the only Palm Springs airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SMF to PSP are usually more expensive. To secure the best prices, start looking for flights early. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to PSP flight and hotel package?
Booking a SMF to PSP flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our impressive range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)?
If you reserved your SMF to PSP flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, 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 if you want more information.

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