GETTING HERE & AROUND

ARRIVE BY CAR

As long as you can connect with US Interstate 10 (I-10), you can easily drive to Greater Palm Springs. The region is a surprisingly quick getaway from many large metropolitan areas in the Southwest.

Driving Times from Major Cities:
Los Angeles – 2 hours
San Diego – 2 hours 15 minutes
Newport Beach – 1 hour 45 minutes
Anaheim – 1 hour 45 minutes
San Bernardino – 1 hour
Riverside – 1 hour
Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona – 4 hours
Las Vegas, Nevada – 4 hours

ARRIVE BY AIR

More Flights, More Often at PSP

Travelers to Greater Palm Springs have more air flight options than ever, thanks to new airlines servicing Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) and new nonstop destinations, as well as increased service and longer periods of service. PSP now offers more nonstop flights to PSP from more destinations than ever, and connecting flights from 500+ destinations worldwide.

Traveling through Palm Springs International Airport sets the tone for your meeting or relaxing vacation in Greater Palm Springs. Passengers exchange long lines and wait times at most airports for a relaxing open-air stroll along outdoor walkways and lushly landscaped courtyards with gardens, water features and original artwork.

In fact, PSP’s tranquil environment is just one of the reasons why Palm Springs International Airport was named one of the “Top 10 Most Stress-Free Airports in America” by SmarterTravel.com.

Of course, peak season and holiday travel can impact travel times, so it is highly recommended to arrive at least 90 minutes early to allow for parking, ticketing and screening.

Palm Springs International Airport

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Parking Rates:

The first 7 minutes are free
$3.00 per 20 minutes
$8.00 per hour
$20.00 maximum charge per 24-hour period in the main lot; $18 per 24-hour period in the overflow lot
$28.00 oversized vehicles (Excess of 13 ft in length) per 24-hour period.
All rates include tax
Vehicles may not be parked for more than 30 days in any airport parking lot

A prepay kiosk is available in the terminal lobby, or you may pay with cash or credit card as you exit the main parking lot. We do not accept Apple or Google Pay at this time.

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SUPPORTING GREATER PALM SPRINGS AIRLINES

More Airport Options Close By

If it is more convenient to fly into another Southern California destination, you have four major airport choices, all within an approximate two-hour drive or less from Greater Palm Springs. Ontario International Airport is a favorite choice, just over a one-hour drive away. The full-service airport offers nonstop commercial jet service from 18 major airports in the U.S., Mexico and Taiwan, and connecting service from many domestic and international destinations, averaging 64 daily departures offered by 8 air carriers.

ONT: Ontario International Airport (1 hour 15 minute drive)
SNA: John Wayne Airport – Orange County (1 hour 30 minute drive)
LAX: Los Angeles International Airport (2 hour drive)
SAN: San Diego International Airport [2 hour 15 minute drive]

Other regional airports include:
LAS: Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (4-hour drive)
PHX: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (4-hour drive)

"I look forward to arriving at the Palm Springs airport. There is something special about the moment that I step out of the gate area and out into the clean desert air. The view is spectacular and I can feel the stress just dropping off of me. Within 5 minutes, I've got my luggage and am on my way. It doesn't get much easier!"

Darlene W. Somers, CMP
Senior Meetings Manager
Association Management Center

REAL ID

Starting May 7, 2025, if you’re an American above the age of 18 and traveling by air within the U.S., whether it’s for business or leisure, you will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID to get through air travel security checkpoints and board your flight. REAL ID driver’s licenses are generally marked with a star in the upper corner of the card.

Some states (including MI, MN, NY, VT and WA) are issuing enhanced driver’s licenses either instead of or in addition to REAL IDs. These are generally marked with a U.S. flag. We encourage you to check with your DMV for specific details on how to obtain a REAL ID-compliant or enhanced driver’s license.