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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Palm Springs to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:47 am
• Latest: departs at 7:43 pm and lands at 9:30 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 47m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A direct flight from Palm Springs to San Francisco takes 1h 47m, covering 1,089 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco range from C$ 275 to C$ 474, with an average of C$ 373 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 275 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the C$ 373 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 220 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to C$ 372 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 56–C$ 113 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 170 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Palm Springs to San Francisco flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 0%.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Palm Springs to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Palm Springs to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 116, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 88 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco usually depart from Palm Springs (PSP) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) – 33% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Palm Springs to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 322 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 503, a difference of C$ 180.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Palm Springs and San Francisco. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 18m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 44m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Palm Springs to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.