Flying from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Los Angeles and Palm Springs have the same timezone (UTC-7).
Flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport start at 08:15 — the first with United Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 19:00 option with United Airlines. Overall, there are 7 weekly services between PSP and LAX.
Getting away during a peak time like October? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PSP and LAX include:
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
C$217 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start at C$329. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from PSP to LAX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Palm Springs International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Palm Springs. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 51 minutes.
Have an early flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PSP:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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 Los Angeles International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles is around 32 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in May.
When booking your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from PSP to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flights from PSP to LAX, you'll want to find a hotel in Los Angeles. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
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