Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 40 minutes.
Palm Springs is three hours behind Washington DC and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Every week, there are three Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, jump on the 09:00 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 09:00 with United Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your IAD to PSP flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
United Airlines offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Palm Springs — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With a dependable 85.71% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IAD to PSP flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and PSP:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight is $169. A round-trip fare right now is $337. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to PSP.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from IAD to PSP is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PSP instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Palm Springs International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Dollar and explore beyond Palm Springs's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Palm Springs International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
The address for PSP is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
Palm Springs International Airport to the centre of Palm Springs has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
February is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Palm Springs in May.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Palm Springs International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Palm Springs, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IAD to PSP in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Palm Springs, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 161 kilometres west to Los Angeles to tick off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 418 kilometres east of Palm Springs, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
