Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): what you need to know
Palm Springs is 18 hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to PSP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEL and PSP:
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Currently, $1,101 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,694. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to PSP if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MEL to PSP.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PSP instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Palm Springs International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Palm Springs and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Palm Springs International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
The street address for PSP is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
From Palm Springs International Airport, Palm Springs is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Palm Springs. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Palm Springs is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Palm Springs International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to PSP in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Palm Springs. Around 161 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, consider Phoenix, about 418 kilometres east of Palm Springs. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are key highlights.
