$1,246+ Cheap flights to Palm Desert

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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24 Aug — 31 Aug1
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Flights to Palm Desert in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 July 2026.

Sun 9/809:15
SYD
-
PSP
2 stops24h 17m
Delta
Thu 13/817:12
PSP
-
SYD
2 stops44h 38m
Delta
Deal found 24/7$1,246
Fri 4/909:15
SYD
-
PSP
2 stops24h 21m
Delta
Fri 11/906:03
PSP
-
SYD
2 stops31h 47m
Delta
Deal found 21/7$1,250
Thu 22/1010:15
SYD
-
PSP
2 stops29h 26m
Delta
Sat 7/1106:03
PSP
-
SYD
2 stops31h 27m
Delta
Deal found 23/7$1,375
Tue 27/1011:20
SYD
-
PSP
2 stops40h 08m
American Airlines
Sat 31/1006:00
PSP
-
SYD
1 stop30h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,421
Tue 27/1010:20
SYD
-
PSP
1 stop19h 22m
Air Canada
Sat 31/1007:30
PSP
-
SYD
2 stops31h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/7$1,582

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Find the latest flights to Palm Desert in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

Return from

$1,246

One-way from

$1,279
Delta
  • Delta
  • 9/8-13/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 55m total
  • Sydney to Palm Springs
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3/11
  • 3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 41m total
  • Sydney to Palm Desert
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

09:15-16:32

2 stops24h 17m

Palm Springs

Thu 13/8

17:12-06:50

2 stops44h 38m

$1,246

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

09:15-16:36

2 stops24h 21m

Palm Springs

Fri 11/9

06:03-06:50

2 stops31h 47m

$1,250

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

11:20-09:28

2 stops40h 08m

Palm Springs

Sat 31/10

10:41-06:55

1 stop26h 14m

$1,504

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

10:20-11:42

1 stop19h 22m

Palm Springs

Sat 31/10

12:40-08:35

1 stop25h 55m

$1,582

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

12:00-19:30

1 stop24h 30m

Palm Springs

Thu 13/8

13:09-07:05

2 stops24h 56m

$1,628

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

12:00-19:30

1 stop24h 30m

Palm Springs

Fri 11/9

12:43-07:05

2 stops25h 22m

$1,650

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

12:00-19:30

1 stop24h 30m

Palm Springs

Fri 11/9

06:01-07:05

2 stops32h 04m

$1,690
Fastest return journey

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

10:20-10:24

1 stop17h 04m

Palm Springs

Fri 11/9

13:20-06:55

1 stop24h 35m

$1,876
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD - PSP

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

21:40-20:21

2 stops41h 41m

$1,279

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Palm Desert

How long is the flight to Palm Desert?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Palm Desert takes 24 hours 17 minutes. Flights to Palm Desert from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Desert ranges from 3.0 - 25.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 25.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Palm Desert when rainfall is around 3.0 mm.

Temperature in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Desert, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 34.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

FAQs about flying to Palm Desert

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Palm Desert if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Palm Desert on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Palm Desert?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Palm Desert.

  • How much is a return flight to Palm Desert?

    A return flight to Palm Desert will typically cost around $575, however they can be found for as little as $552.

  • Does San Diego have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San Diego can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San Diego?

    Yes. San Diego has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sheraton San Diego Resort is the closest property to San Diego (0.0 km away from San Diego).

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