Travelling from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is seven hours ahead of Palm Springs, where Palm Springs International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your PSP to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from PSP to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Palm Springs, PSP can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to PSP? If you've booked an early flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
81.33% of flights leaving Palm Springs International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PSP.
PSP's address is 3400 East Tahquitz-Canyon Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to London
$498 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Palm Springs International Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $826. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from PSP to London. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Palm Springs International Airport to London is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PSP to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Palm Springs International Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Explore without limits with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PSP to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your PSP to London flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Score the best price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London and head straight for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to reach driving.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late PSP to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Best time to go to London
Before locking in your flights from Palm Springs International Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in London offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Palm Springs International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PSP to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Palm Springs International Airport to London, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
