Chicago/Waukegan to Palm Springs (UGN–PSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/Waukegan to Palm Springs
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,656 mi 3h 57m nonstop -2h behind 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between UGN and PSP, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for UGN to PSP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
MDW ~6h 17m MKC ~6h 38m IAD ~8h 34m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
UGN → PSP
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
79%
Return
PSP → UGN
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
65%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PSP delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Palm Springs from Chicago/Waukegan

Nearby airports with service to Palm Springs International Airport.
Metric UGN→PSP ORD→PSP MDW→PSP
Distance from UGN – 31 mi 44 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 2
Weekly flights 1 47 1
Flight time 3h 57m 3h 23m 4h 15m
Chicago (ORD) to Palm Springs flights · Chicago (MDW) to Palm Springs flights
Airports within 200 miles of UGN with service to Palm Springs International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Palm Springs is 2 hours behind Chicago/Waukegan.
UGN: CDT · PSP: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/Waukegan, it's 4:00 PM in Palm Springs.
Distance & Flight Time
1,656 mi / 2,665 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 57m.
Facts

UGN–PSP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/Waukegan to Palm Springs route.
Route details
Distance1,656 mi / 2,665 km
Flight time3h 57m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: UGN
Full nameWaukegan National Airport
IATA / ICAOUGN / KUGN
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation727 ft / 222 m
Destination: PSP
Full namePalm Springs International Airport
IATA / ICAOPSP / KPSP
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr3.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about UGN to PSP flights.
Nonstop flights from Waukegan National Airport to Palm Springs International Airport take approximately 3h 57m. The route covers 1,656 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from UGN to PSP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, MKC and IAD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Palm Springs is 2 hours behind Chicago/Waukegan.
Nearby alternatives include ORD and MDW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from UGN to PSP

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

UGN to PSP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from UGN to PSP ranges from 3 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,656 miles (2,665 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MDW. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD) and Chicago (MDW).