Palm Springs to Washington (PSP–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between PSP and DCA, connecting options are available through 61 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Washington from Palm Springs
| Metric | PSP→DCA | SAN→DCA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PSP | – | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 44m | 4h 24m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
PSP: PDT · DCA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Palm Springs, it's 9:00 PM in Washington.
The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.
Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.
Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.
PSP–DCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PSP to DCA
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PSP to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PSP to DCA ranges from 3 hours 44 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,207 miles (3,551 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Diego (SAN).