Travelling from New York to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) departing from either of these bases.
Palm Springs is 3 hours behind New York. Palm Springs International Airport is located in Palm Springs, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), with 5 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to PSP is the 09:00 Alaska Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 17:49 with jetBlue.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to PSP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're going away during a peak month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
From the centre of New York, EWR is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Palm Springs International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has direct flights from New York to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP).
Board your direct flight from New York to PSP with Alaska Airlines. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of JFK.
You can arrive at JFK from the centre of New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to PSP, take it easy in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to Palm Springs International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PSP:
Getting from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to central Palm Springs
From Palm Springs International Airport, Palm Springs is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Palm Springs International Airport is $163. The cheapest price for a return flight is $384. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from New York to PSP, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding flight tickets from New York to Palm Springs International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from New York to PSP.
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The best time to fly from New York to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
October is the busiest month for flights from New York to Palm Springs International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Palm Springs in May when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Palm Springs. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from New York to PSP during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 43ºC.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Palm Springs International Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Palm Springs
After booking your flight from New York to Palm Springs International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Palm Springs:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Palm Springs is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, Agua Caliente Indian Canyons and Palm Springs Art Museum.
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