AIR SERVICE
PSP achieved significant success in 2024, setting five monthly passenger records in February, March, April, May, and December. Overall, more than 3.2 million passengers enplaned and deplaned, with airlines maintaining an impressive average load factor of over 75%.
New nonstop flights and expanded service brought even more options for both residents and visitors in 2024:
- VGPS worked with United to start the first ever seasonal, daily service from Washington, D.C. (IAD)
- Frontier resumed year-round service from Denver (DEN) and San Francisco (SFO)
- Porte added new seasonal nonstop flights from Toronto (YYZ)
- Alaska moved their JFK flight up to October versus December in 2023
- American added a daily flight to Dallas (DFW) in February and March
- Avelo extended Stanta Rosa (STS) throughout the summer
- Delta began Minneapolis (MSP) in September versus October
PSP also wrapped up 2024 with significant improvements, including reimagined food and retail offerings, the unveiling of the Agua Caliente Concourse, new shade structures, grants for a new baggage handling system, and the initiation of an updated airport master plan. With a forecasted 6% increase in seat capacity from January to April 2025 compared to the same period last year, PSP is poised for continued growth and success in 2025.
The Tourism Development team—along with our aviation consultant, Ailevon Pacific—met face-to-face with airline network planners at Routes America, ACI Jumpstart, Airport Roundtables, Allegiant’s Annual Conference, and World Routes. In addition, we hosted WestJet’s network planning team for a FAM.
Earlier this month, we hosted our third Airport Roundtable, bringing together 65 attendees, including network planners from major airlines like Air Canada, Delta, Southwest, and WestJet. This intimate event fostered open discussions on airline priorities and strategies, with many participants experiencing Greater Palm Springs for the first time. Thanks to strong collaboration with Palm Springs International Airport and the Omni Rancho Las Palmas in hosting this event as it consistently ranks as a favorite among attendees.
The global aviation industry is projected to generate over $1 trillion in revenue, according to IITA, reflecting a modest improvement in profitability. However, the net profit margin remains narrow at just 3.6%, with mounting pressures from rising debt payments and other significant challenges. These challenges include limited capacity both in the air and on the ground, ongoing supply chain disruptions delaying new aircraft deliveries, and the impacts of climate change. On a positive note, stable oil prices are expected to help temper higher airfares.
Below is the latest data for PSP. Click HERE or the image below to view the multiple-page PDF report.
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If you have any questions about air service, please contact:
Gary Orfield, Director of Tourism Development
gary@visitgreaterps.com | 760.969.1335
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