Main terminal
Ticketing, baggage claim, the TSA checkpoint and the Pink Door café and shop, which is open pre-security from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The checkpoint is near the main terminal entrance and leads to the concourses.
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Palm Springs, California KPSP #82 US airport by passengers
Palm Springs International Airport is at 3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way in Palm Springs, California. It is about 2 miles east of downtown and serves the Coachella Valley.
- FAA status
- Checking Updated 1 h ago
- Weather now
- VFR 81°F Observed 1 h ago
- Late departures
- 22.8%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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PSP at a glance
PSP is a small, single-terminal airport with two concourses, Sonny Bono and Agua Caliente, both reached past one security checkpoint. The airport has a courtyard and pet area past security.
Parking costs $9 per hour, capped at $26 per day in the main lot across from the terminal. The first 7 minutes are free. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, and the TSA checkpoint opens about 90 minutes before the first departure.
Main airlines: United operates year-round nonstop service to Los Angeles (LAX), with daily flights and up to two departures a day in peak seasons. Seasonal nonstop service to Santa Rosa is also available in the fall.
FAA delay status for PSP
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Source: FAA National Airspace System Status, checked 1 h ago. Airline-specific delays are not shown here.
Current conditions at PSP
VFR
81°F27°C
Good visibility and high cloud base. Normal operations are typical.
- Wind
- Calm
- Visibility
- 10+ mi
- Clouds
- Clear
- Ceiling
- None
- Pressure
- 29.60 inHg
METARMETAR KPSP 101153Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 27/10 A2960 RMK AO2 SLP017 T02720100 10311 20261 55006 $
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center. Observed 1 h ago.
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On-time performance at PSP
Based on 2,810 departures from May 2026 to July 2026. A flight counts as late when it leaves 15 or more minutes after schedule.
22.8%Departures late
25.8%Arrivals late
0.73%Cancelled
17.9 minAverage departure delay
| Airline | Departures | Late |
|---|---|---|
| SkyWest Airlines | 1,406 | 23.0% |
| Southwest Airlines | 564 | 20.2% |
| American Airlines | 458 | 23.4% |
| Alaska Airlines | 181 | 14.4% |
| United Airlines | 168 | 36.3% |
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, On-Time Performance of reporting carriers. Smaller regional carriers and some airlines are not included.
Late departures by month
Terminals
Sonny Bono Concourse (Gates 4 to 11)
Past security. ATMs are located here.
Agua Caliente Concourse (Gates 12 to 20)
Past security. The nursing room is on the way to this concourse, after security.
Moving between terminals
Both concourses are past the single security checkpoint, so you do not need to go through screening again to move between them.
Getting to and from PSP
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Rideshare
Uber and Lyft
Drop-offs are at the curb in front of the terminal. Pickups are at the designated area at the south end of the terminal, in the commercial lane.
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Taxi
Taxis
Taxis wait outside baggage claim. Permitted providers include City Cab, Coachella Valley Taxi and Palm Springs Taxi Service.
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Bus
SunLine and Amtrak Thruway bus
SunLine provides bus service across the Coachella Valley, with stops a short walk from the terminal. The Amtrak Thruway bus leaves from the north end of the terminal and connects to Pacific Surfliner trains.
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Hotel shuttle
Hotel shuttles
Several hotels near the airport offer free shuttles. Confirm pickup times with each hotel before you book.
Tips for PSP
- The first 7 minutes of parking are free, so a quick drop-off or pickup costs nothing.
- Use the cell phone waiting lot if you are waiting for an arriving passenger.
- Arrive two hours early, since the checkpoint opens 90 minutes before the first flight.
- Pink Door café and shop is open before security, so you can grab coffee and snacks before you go through screening.
Frequently asked questions
How much does parking cost at Palm Springs airport?
The first 7 minutes are free. Then parking costs $3 per 20 minutes, or $9 per hour, in the main lot across from the terminal, capped at $26 per day. The overflow lot is capped at $18 per day.
Is there free Wi-Fi at PSP?
Yes. Select the "PSP Public Wifi" network, complete the registration form and launch your browser.
What time does security open at PSP?
The TSA checkpoint opens about 90 minutes before the first departure of the day and closes after the last flight.
Does PSP have TSA PreCheck and CLEAR?
Yes. PreCheck lanes are available at the checkpoint, and CLEAR is located near the TSA checkpoint.
Does PSP have a lounge?
The only dedicated lounge listed is the Bob Hope USO, which is for active-duty military and their families. Sources conflict on public lounges, so check the airport site before you go.
Where do Uber and Lyft pick up at PSP?
Drop-offs are curbside in front of the terminal. Pickups are at the designated area at the south end of the terminal, in the commercial lane.
Can I sleep at Palm Springs airport?
The landside public area is open 24 hours and is monitored by security. Checkpoints and restaurants close overnight, so travelers wait in the pre-security lobby until screening opens.
Which hotels near PSP offer airport shuttles?
Courtyard by Marriott Palm Springs offers a complimentary airport shuttle, and Hilton Palm Springs and Holiday Inn Express Palm Springs are listed with free shuttles. Renaissance Palm Springs lists shuttles that run only at certain times.
How busy is PSP?
About 1,654,109 passengers boarded flights at Palm Springs International Airport in 2025, according to FAA enplanement data. That ranks it number 82 among US airports.
How often are flights late at PSP?
Over May 2026 to July 2026, 22.8% of departures at PSP left 15 or more minutes late, and 0.73% of flights were cancelled (Bureau of Transportation Statistics).
Guide content last reviewed October 9, 2026. Report a correction