AIR SERVICE

While short-term uncertainty remains, recent earnings calls from major airlines continue to reflect long-term optimism from most airline CEOs. While many airlines recently lowered their Q1 2025 revenue guidance, they continue to demonstrate confidence in their ability to adjust schedules based on demand. US outbound flights continue to increase as more and more American choose international destinations for their holidays this year.

However, the current tension between the United States and Canada is beginning to prove worrisome for Canadian carriers. While no major flight reductions to the USA or Greater Palm Springs have been announced, WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech has stated that as of mid-February, the airline has seen demand for the United States fall 25%. Other Canadian carriers are seeing lower demand, as well, as they reduce airfares to try and stimulate demand.  

Despite broader industry challenges, the first two months of the year have seen PSP set two monthly passenger records: January performed 5.3% better than January 2024 while February showed a 1.2% improvement over last February.

In addition, six new routes are flying in the January–April 2025 period versus last year:

• Delta’s New York (JFK) flight
• Frontier’s flights to Denver (DEN) and San Francisco (SFO)
• Porter’s Toronto (YYZ) flight
• United’s Dulles (IAD) flight
• Southwest’s Chicago Midway (MDW) flight  

Looking ahead, PSP’s January–April seat capacity is expected to be up 6% versus same time last year while seat capacity for May–September is forecasted to increase 14% over the same period last year. Sun Country, Alaska, United, and Delta are the main contributors to increased capacity this summer. Alaska has also extended Portland (PDX) from seasonal to year-round, and Allegiant is now flying Bellingham (BLI) year-round as well.  

The airport also recently announced a new partnership with Desert Arc, a local nonprofit organization that creates meaningful job opportunities for adults with disabilities. Under a new five-year agreement, Desert Arc will provide key services at the airport, including ground maintenance, landscaping, and trash removal—reinforcing the airport’s commitment to inclusivity and community stewardship.

Below is the latest data for PSP. Click HERE or the image below to view the multiple-page PDF report.

For more information on Air Service development, click here.

If you have any questions about air service, please contact:
Gary Orfield, Director of Tourism Development​
gary@visitgreaterps.com | 760.969.1335