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$1,243+ Cheap flights to Palm Desert

— SAN
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Palm Desert in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Palm Desert

Thu 22/1010:15 -
2 stops29h 14m
Sat 7/1106:03 -
2 stops31h 27m
Deal found 3/9$1,243
Thu 22/1010:10 -
2 stops41h 35m
Sat 7/1106:00 -
1 stop29h 55m
Deal found 4/9$1,594
Fri 6/1111:10 -
2 stops41h 46m
Tue 10/1110:50 -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 5/9$1,722
Thu 22/1010:10 -
2 stops26h 19m
Sat 7/1113:17 -
2 stops24h 43m
Deal found 7/9$1,833

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Return from

$1,243

One-way from

$1,277
Delta
  • Delta
  • 22/10-7/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 41m total
  • Sydney to Palm Springs
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14/9-31/12
  • 14/9-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 48m total
  • Sydney to Palm Desert
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SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

10:15-21:29

2 stops29h 14m

Palm Springs

Sat 7/11

06:03-08:30

2 stops31h 27m

$1,243

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

14:05-20:53

2 stops47h 48m

Palm Springs

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,277

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

14:50-23:08

2 stops49h 18m

Palm Springs

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,364

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

11:10-09:56

2 stops41h 46m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/11

10:50-06:55

1 stop25h 05m

$1,722
Fastest return journey

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

10:20-15:29

1 stop22h 09m

Palm Springs

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,736

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

13:00-19:49

1 stop24h 49m

Palm Springs

Sat 7/11

10:50-06:55

1 stop25h 05m

$1,794

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

09:30-20:00

1 stop27h 30m

Palm Springs

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,834

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

13:00-19:49

1 stop24h 49m

Palm Springs

Sat 7/11

10:50-06:55

1 stop25h 05m

$1,848

SydneyPalm Springs

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PSP Palm Springs

SYDPSP

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

11:20-11:42

1 stop19h 22m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/11

07:20-09:35

2 stops31h 15m

$1,965

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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 29 hours 14 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Palm Desert?

The most popular airline flying from Sydney to Palm Desert is United Airlines.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $1,365

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Palm Desert?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Palm Desert is United Airlines.

Rainfall in Palm Desert 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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palm Desert

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,175 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,175 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,175 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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 $538, however they can be found for as little as $535.

  • 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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