Houston to Palm Springs (IAH–PSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–PSP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,267 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 17 | 73G, E75L, E7W | 3h10-3h46 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Palm Springs from Houston
| Metric | IAH→PSP | HOU→PSP | AUS→PSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 2 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 2h 51m | 1h 51m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · PSP: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 4:00 PM in Palm Springs.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
IAH–PSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to PSP
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAH to PSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to PSP ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,267 miles (2,039 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
50 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU) and Austin (AUS).