Cheap flights from Chicago to Palm Springs

Chicago FSS
CHI
Palm Springs
PSP

Flight deals from Chicago to Palm Springs

Below you can see the best deals on flights Chicago — Palm Springs for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 10 September, from $134.

Top 10 cheap flights from Chicago to Palm Springs

DL
DL
DL
$ 133

Chicago — Palm Springs

13:55—21:31
10 Sep 2026
9 h 36 m
2 stops
DL
DL
DL
$ 133

Chicago — Palm Springs

11:17—21:31
10 Sep 2026
12 h 14 m
2 stops
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

06:10—12:06
12 Sep 2026
7 h 56 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

14:05—21:31
12 Sep 2026
9 h 26 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

14:05—21:31
11 Sep 2026
9 h 26 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

14:05—21:31
10 Sep 2026
9 h 26 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

16:45—21:30
5 Sep 2026
6 h 45 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 136

Chicago — Palm Springs

14:05—21:31
9 Sep 2026
9 h 26 m
1 stop
AS
AS
$ 172

Chicago — Palm Springs

15:52—23:08
11 Sep 2026
9 h 16 m
1 stop
AS
AS
$ 173

Chicago — Palm Springs

06:00—13:11
6 Sep 2026
9 h 11 m
1 stop

Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

About the Chicago — Palm Springs flight

Looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Palm Springs? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Chicago — Palm Springs ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 56 flights per week, flights are operated by American Airlines, United Airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 5 h 30 min, the distance between the cities is around 2,679 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Palm Springs travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Palm Springs weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

Facts about this route

from $118Min. price
JanuaryCheapest
AugustPeak season
YesDirect flights
2,679 kmDistance
5 h 30 minTravel time
2Airlines
56 / wkFlights

Flight ticket prices by day: Chicago — Palm Springs

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chicago — Palm Springs by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $118 in January, and the most expensive are around $230 in August. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Chicago to Palm Springs by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in July (around $162) and priciest in March (about $228) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$216highMay$192mediumSep$222high
Feb$210highJun$168lowOct$198medium
Mar$228highJul$162lowNov$210high
Apr$198mediumAug$162lowDec$222high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Palm Springs: it is warmest in July (up to 36 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 15 °C). The driest month is June.

Tickets are usually cheapest in January and most expensive in August. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

Temperature · Palm Springs

Dry and wet days · Palm Springs

Wind speed and direction · Palm Springs

We'll let you know if you need a visa

Enter your destination or
Your nationality
Destination

How to get the best deal on a Chicago — Palm Springs ticket

  • Book ahead: fares for Chicago — Palm Springs are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
  • Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
  • Chicago is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
  • The cheapest month to fly to Palm Springs is usually January — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
  • Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
  • Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
  • Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
  • Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Airlines

Flights on the Chicago — Palm Springs route are operated by 2 airlines; American Airlines runs the most flights (around 71% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

  • American AirlinesAA
    13x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → PSP13x/week
    71.4%Open →
  • United AirlinesUA
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
    • Direct flight ORD → PSP5x/week
    28.6%Open →

Cities and airports on the Chicago — Palm Springs route

Flights Chicago — Palm Springs depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport and arrive at Palm Springs International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Chicago

CHI
United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Arrival

Palm Springs

PSP
United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Departure airports
Arrival airports

Interesting articles about Palm Springs

5 Places to See the DesertTravel Ideas

5 Places to See the Desert

Endless sand dunes, rolling over each other like waves. The sun melts above the horizon, and the air shimmers with the heat of the earth. Such landscapes are worth seeing at least once in a lifetime.…

Abandoned Cities: 5 Places Where Time Stood StillUseful information

Abandoned Cities: 5 Places Where Time Stood Still

Sometimes a trip needs a little adrenaline. And you don’t necessarily have to parachute, paraglide over the city (which is also very cool!) or provoke local bandits by walking alone in dark alleys. Yo…

Interesting

Top Cosmodrome Tours

USA Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center The Kennedy Space Center is one of the world’s main spaceports. A rocket park and a museum complex with space attractions are open to visitors, however, mos…

How to spend time in Jordan: what to see and eatUseful information

How to spend time in Jordan: what to see and eat

Jordan is known to most as a country with deserts and Petra — a city in a rock, also called the seventh Wonder of the World. Many go there mainly for it, but besides such an important attraction, ther…

Interesting

10 Most Unusual Beaches in the World

Do you love beach holidays but are tired of ordinary beaches? Read our review of the ten most unusual beaches in the world; they will surely not leave you indifferent. 1. Glass Beach, Fort Bragg, Cali…

Looking Down: The Best Observation Decks in the WorldTips for Travelers

Looking Down: The Best Observation Decks in the World

To better understand a city or admire the surrounding nature, you need to climb higher. The ascent isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it for the experience and the view from the top. If you’re not afra…

Frequently asked questions about the Chicago — Palm Springs flight

How long is the flight from Chicago to Palm Springs?

A nonstop Chicago — Palm Springs flight takes about 5 h 30 min — the distance between the cities is around 2,679 km.

How far is it from Chicago to Palm Springs?

The distance from Chicago to Palm Springs is about 2,679 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 5 h 30 min.

Are there direct flights from Chicago to Palm Springs?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Chicago — Palm Springs — around 56 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Chicago to Palm Springs?

Airlines operating Chicago — Palm Springs include American Airlines, United Airlines. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Chicago — Palm Springs flights use?

Flights from Chicago depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport, and arrive at Palm Springs International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Chicago to Palm Springs?

The price of a Chicago — Palm Springs ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in January, and most expensive in August. Tickets typically cost between $118 and $230. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Chicago — Palm Springs?

Flights Chicago — Palm Springs are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is January. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palm Springs?

To catch a low fare Chicago — Palm Springs, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually January.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

Where else you can fly from Chicago

See all
New York CityTorontoDetroitWashington, D.C.AtlantaMinneapolisLos AngelesSeattleBostonDallasHoustonOrlandoDenverLondonNashvilleIndianapolisSan DiegoMontrealMilwaukeeSt. LouisCharlottePhiladelphiaColumbusKansas CityPhoenixMiamiLas VegasCincinnatiGrand RapidsDes MoinesRaleighSan FranciscoMadisonDaytonGreen BayTampaPittsburghLouisvilleKnoxvilleRochester

Where else you can fly from Palm Springs

See all
San FranciscoSeattlePhoenixNew York CityVancouverSalt Lake CityPortlandMinneapolisTorontoDenverEdmontonDallasHoustonLos AngelesSanta RosaAtlantaCalgaryAustinWinnipegCharlotte

We use cookies and services to collect user information. This is essential for the functioning of the site and for marketing purposes. You can find out more in .