Traveling To Palm Springs
Fly PSP – Palm Springs International Airport
Traveling to Palm Springs is easier than ever, thanks to its Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), just minutes from downtown Palm Springs and the Palm Springs Convention Center. Offering new nonstop flights and expanded service, including reimagined food and retail offerings and unveiling the Auga Caliente Concourse and new shade structures.
Direct Flight Airlines & Destinations
Rideshare
Ride-share companies Uber and Lyft provide pick-ups and drop-offs at the Palm Springs International Airport. Drop-offs are allowed curbside in front of the terminal building.
For pick-ups, follow the Rideshare signage to the designated area at the terminal's south end in the commercial lane across the street from WestJet Airlines. Look for the banner signage on the street lighting post.
PSP Restaurants
All restaurants are open from 5 am until the last flight.
Las Casuelas Terraza: A local favorite that has been serving authentic Mexican food for generations with outdoor seating, a bar, cooling misters, and a serene water feature.
Nine Cities Craft: Get ready to embark on a craft beer journey at Nine Cities Craft, now open in the Agua Caliente Concourse (Gates 12 – 20). Nine Cities Craft boasts an impressive selection of craft beers from the vibrant Coachella Valley, inviting you to explore the local flavors with every sip. In addition to the stellar beer lineup, indulge in a full bar experience and dining options.
Cactus to Clouds: A full bar serving craft cocktails plus light bites with bold Palm Springs-inspired flavors, including all-day breakfasts, sandwich wraps, hot paninis, and vegetarian choices.
Coachella Valley Coffee: Savor locally roasted coffee in a cozy cafe.
Courtyard Coffee: Enjoy convenient, freshly brewed drip coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and delicious pastries from a charming mobile coffee cart.
Fig & Plum: A delightful sandwich and salad stand offering fresh, flavorful combinations crafted with high-quality ingredients. Perfect for a quick, satisfying bite!
I ❤ PSP Self Serve: Offers snacks, drinks, and travel essentials.
PSP Shops
The shops are all located in the main terminal and are open from 4:30 am until 8 pm.
The Pink Door: Now open pre-security at PSP! Enjoy locally roasted Joshua Tree Coffee, grab-and-go bites, and unique finds from Destination PSP, Hand & Heart, and Rancho Relaxo. Stop by for a taste of Palm Springs before you fly!
Las Palmas Oasis: This newly redesigned storefront offers breezy resort wear, upscale golf apparel, spa-quality skincare products, and locally made gifts and snacks.
Hey Joshua: Hey Joshua features handcrafted goods from local artisans, offering unique home decor and bespoke jewelry inspired by Joshua Tree.
Uptown Essentials: Features midcentury modern gifts, stylish souvenirs, snacks, and drinks.
InMotion: This is your tech hub with the latest gadgets from top brands.
Free WiFi
Palm Springs International Airport offers free wireless internet connectivity throughout all public areas of the terminal. To access it, select the PSP-Airport-Visitor network, complete the registration form, and launch your browser for further instructions.
Playground & Pet Areas
The Palm Springs International Airport offers an open-air courtyard beyond the security checkpoint. This beautifully landscaped environment contains art, water features, patio seating, a playground, and a pet area. A second pet area can be found across the street from the main terminal entrance.
Nursing Room
A nursing room is located post-security on the way to the Agua Caliente Concourse (Gates 12 – 20).
Play & Stay Pass
The new PSP Stay and Play Pass allows non-travelers to shop, dine, watch planes, greet friends and relatives when they arrive at the gate, or accompany travelers before their departing flight.
Individuals interested in obtaining a PSP Stay and Play pass must complete an online application. Once approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), a PSP Stay and Play Pass is treated like a boarding pass to give visitors access to the terminal when the TSA checkpoint opens.
Visitors must comply with the same TSA screening and inspection procedures as ticketed passengers, including holding a government-issued photo ID. After clearing security, visitors can enjoy the airport terminal in its entirety.
Car Rentals, Shuttles, & Limos
While taking to the road isn’t everyone’s first choice for a getaway, it’s an excellent way to go if you’re exploring beyond downtown Palm Springs’s borders. Palm Springs is relatively compact, with a fantastic walkable downtown, so having a car during your stay is unnecessary, especially if you are close to downtown. However, renting a vehicle lets you set your own schedule and pace. It delivers accessibility to some out-of-the-way highlights, including hikes at Indian Canyons, going up the Palm Springs Aerial Tram, or taking a day trip to Joshua Tree.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Budget Rent-A-Car, Thrifty
Skycap Shuttle Service: SkyCap Shuttle provides Luxury SUV, Town Car, and Van Shuttle Services to all locations in Palm Springs and surrounding desert cities.
Prime Time Shuttle offers a shuttle service from LAX to Palm Springs. Prices vary by vehicle and group size. These can be ordered online in advance.
Lin Lines From a modest start with two vehicles in 1981, Lin Lines has enjoyed steady growth over the decades. Today, Lin Lines provides an elite fleet with professional, uniformed drivers, competitive prices, and volume discounts for larger groups.
Cardiff Limousine & Transportation provides conventional and private transportation services. It serves the Palm Springs area and provides airport transportation to all Southern California airports.
When you aren’t up for driving and are willing to pay a little more for the convenience of pick-and-drop-off services, consider using a taxi or the Uber or Lyft app. These ride-share options make it easy to customize your pick-up time, location, and vehicle type. If you’re the type of traveler who loves to head out on a whim, this may be the way to ride.