Vancouver to Palm Springs (YVR–PSP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–PSP is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Air Canada and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,115 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 10 | 738, B38M | 2h59-3h01 | – | – | |
| AC Air Canada | 7 | 320 | 3h10 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h10 | Star Alliance | – | |
| AF Air France | 1 | 73H | 2h59 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Palm Springs from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→PSP | YYJ→PSP | BLI→PSP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 39 mi | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 1 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 2h 52m | 2h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 48% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · PSP: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6:00 PM in Palm Springs.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
YVR–PSP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to PSP
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air France, United Airlines and WestJet. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YVR to PSP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to PSP ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,115 miles (1,795 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 30 return, totaling 58 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via VNY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Victoria (YYJ), Bellingham (BLI) and Everett (PAE).