Getting to Palm Springs
Palm Springs blends natural beauty, midcentury modern style, and a welcoming spirit that makes every visit feel easy. Whether you’re arriving for a long weekend or a full desert retreat, the journey is simple — and the reward is unforgettable.
🚗 Getting Here by Car
Palm Springs sits at the heart of the Coachella Valley, surrounded by mountain views and wide‑open desert roads.
- From Los Angeles: The drive is typically 2 to 2.5 hours (107 miles), depending on traffic. Most visitors take I‑10 East, a straight shot into the desert.
- From San Diego: About 2.5 hours (123 miles) via I‑15 North and CA‑79/CA‑74 or I‑8 East to I‑10 East.
- From Orange County: Around 1.75 to 2 hours (90–100 miles) via CA‑91 East to I‑10 East.
- From Las Vegas: Roughly 4 hours (232 miles) via I‑15 South and CA‑247/CA‑62 or I‑15 to I‑215 to I‑10.
Good to know: Traffic is lightest outside weekend peak times. Once you arrive, Palm Springs is compact and easy to navigate — many hotels, restaurants, and attractions are just minutes apart.
✈️ Flying Into Palm Springs (PSP)
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is one of the most effortless airports in the country — open‑air walkways, mountain views, and a stress‑free layout that gets you from plane to pool in minutes.
Why Travelers Love PSP
- Close to everything: Only 5 minutes from downtown Palm Springs and 10–20 minutes from most resorts.
- Easy arrivals: Outdoor concourses and quick baggage claim make it feel like a resort, not an airport.
- Major airlines: PSP is served by Alaska, American, Delta, United, JetBlue, Southwest, Air Canada, WestJet, and seasonal carriers.
- Nonstop flights: Direct service from cities including Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Minneapolis, New York (JFK & LGA seasonal), Atlanta, Vancouver, and more.
- Seasonal expansion: From October through April, flight options increase significantly — ideal for winter sun seekers.
See PSP Flight Options
Ground Transportation
- Rideshare & taxis: Available steps from the terminal.
- Rental cars: On‑site rental center with multiple agencies.
- Shuttles & private cars: Offered by many hotels and local operators.
Once You’re Here
Palm Springs is built for easy exploration.
- Walkable downtown with boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.
- Bike‑friendly routes including the scenic CV Link.
- Resorts and boutique hotels clustered close together for effortless pool‑hopping.
- Outdoor adventures minutes away — Indian Canyons, Tahquitz Canyon, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
Start Planning Your Getaway
Whether you’re driving in for a weekend escape or flying in for a week of sunshine, Palm Springs makes arrival simple — and the experience unforgettable.