Travelling from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 1 hour 36 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Palm Springs and San Francisco have the same timezone — UTC-7.
Every week, there are 64 flights from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, take the 06:15 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure from PSP to SFO is 20:37 with Alaska Airlines.
Peak months like October or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Choose from the direct flights from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between PSP and SFO include:
Sacramento International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
R 520 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Return flights start at R 1,039. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PSP to SFO, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Use filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Palm Springs International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Palm Springs. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 51 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near PSP. Whether you have an early flight from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 47 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in February.
Book your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PSP to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 16ºC then.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from PSP to SFO, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights which should feature on any good San Francisco itinerary.
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