Palm Springs from Little Rock, Oct 30–Nov 1: $1,657 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- $617 per person, $929 below the typical fare on this route
- Typical highs of 80–82°F and lows near 58°F for pool afternoons
- L3 Oasis Hotel scores 8 from 2,153 reviews, with free cancellation
The catch: The outbound has one stop and takes 5h 34m, and a checked bag is about $160 for two, which isn't in the total.
Worth it if you want a pool, desert hikes and warm days for two; skip it if a one-stop flight feels like too much for 2 nights.
Worth it for the two of you: the whole trip is $1,657 for two, all in. That's the flights at $1,234 plus the L3 Oasis Hotel at $375 and its $48 resort fee, with taxes and fees included, but not a checked bag or spending money. You leave Friday, Oct 30 and come back Sunday, Nov 1, 2026, for 2 nights, flying American (operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle) with one stop.
The total, before you go
$1,657 for two · 2 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $1,234 |
| L3 Oasis Hotel, 2 nights, two guests, taxes in | $375 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $48 |
| The total, before you go | $1,657 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
$929 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on American, $160 for two round trip); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$617 per person, round trip
$1,234 for two, taxes and fees included · American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle · 1 stop · 5h 34m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 8:19 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 11:53 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $617 | 1 stop | 5h 34m |
| United. Operated by SkyWest DBA United Express | $617 | 1 stop | 5h 52m |
| American. Operated by Envoy Air as American Eagle | $617 | 1 stop | 5h 51m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 7:51 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
At $617 per person, the fare is $929 below the typical fare on this route, which works out to 60% less. It's also the lowest fare in 30 days of our checks. Across the 12 offers we saw, fares ran from $617 to $1,566 per person, so this one stands out. The weather helps too: typical highs are 80–82°F with lows near 58°F this time of year, after the extreme heat of June through September. That's warm enough for the pool and cool enough for a hike in Indian Canyons or a drive into Joshua Tree. The fare and the hotel price were all-in when we found them, with taxes and fees included, and either one can change before you book. All three hotels offer free cancellation, so you have some room to decide.
The kind of trip this is
This is a desert pool weekend with a side of culture: mid-century houses, a tram up the mountain, palm canyon hikes and dinners along the strip. It suits a couple or two friends who want warm days at an easy pace. Plan one bigger outing, like Joshua Tree or a hot-springs spa, and spend the rest of the time near the water.
Weather in Palm Springs, Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 80–82°F, lows near 58°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 82 °F | 57 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 81 °F | 57 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 80 °F | 59 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Palm Springs
L3 Oasis Hotel is the best-value pick and the one in our total: $375 for the 2 nights, about $188 a night, with a score of 8 from 2,153 reviews. Its $48 resort fee is already counted. Alcazar Palm Springs is the top rated at 9.2 from 580 reviews and costs $631 for the stay ($316 a night) in a Poolside King with a mountain view, plus a $71 fee paid at the property. It sits in Downtown Palm Springs, where you can walk to the Palm Canyon Drive bars and galleries. V Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham is $433 for the stay ($217 a night), scores 7.5 from 811 reviews and adds a $47 fee at the property. All three are 4-star and room only, with free cancellation.
L3 Oasis Hotel
$375 for 2 nights, two guests · $188 a night
See roomsAlcazar Palm Springs
$631 for 2 nights, two guests · $316 a night
See roomsV Capri Palm Springs, a Dolce by Wyndham
$433 for 2 nights, two guests · $217 a night
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Where in Palm Springs
- Uptown Design District: Mid-century boutique hotels and the main strip of shops and restaurants.
- Downtown Palm Springs: Walk to the Palm Canyon Drive bars, galleries and Thursday street market.
- Movie Colony / Old Las Palmas: Celebrity-era estates and adults-only pool inns.
- Rancho Mirage / Palm Desert: Large golf and spa resorts down the valley.
- Indian Wells / La Quinta: Tennis, golf and resort country near Coachella.
What to do in Palm Springs
- Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up to 8,500 feet for the cooler air and the view
- Hike or drive through Joshua Tree National Park for a full day out
- Take a mid-century modern architecture tour of the town's signature houses
- Hike the palm oases of Indian Canyons in the morning
- Soak in a hot-springs spa in Desert Hot Springs on Sunday before the flight
Also worth it
- Browse the Thursday night VillageFest street market
Tours and tickets in Palm Springs
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Little Rock | Clinton National (LIT) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Palm Springs | Palm Springs International (PSP) |
| Flight time | 5h 34m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,383 miles each way |
| Time difference | -2 hours |
What 2 nights in Palm Springs costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $1,234 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (L3 Oasis Hotel) | $375 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $2,129 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Little Rock to Palm Springs
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $617 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $617 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $1,546 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Palm Springs.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- No passport needed, and the currency is the US dollar.
- Palm Springs is 2 hours behind Little Rock, and the trip is 1,383 miles.
- The outbound leaves Clinton National (LIT) at 8:19 AM and lands at Palm Springs International (PSP) at 11:53 AM.
- The $617 fare per person was all-in when we checked, but a checked bag is about $160 for two on top.
- All three hotels are room only with free cancellation, so meals aren't included.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
Yes. The fare is $617 per person, $929 below the typical fare on this route and the lowest in 30 days. Highs should be 80–82°F, and the hotel in the total scores 8 from 2,153 reviews with free cancellation.
How much is the whole trip for two?
$1,657 for two, all in: $1,234 for the flights plus $375 for 2 nights at L3 Oasis Hotel, with its $48 resort fee counted. A checked bag is about $160 for two on top. With $520 set aside for spending ($130 per person a day), the trip comes to $2,129.
What is the weather like?
For Oct 30–Nov 1, typical highs run 80–82°F with lows near 58°F. That's warm enough for the pool and mild enough for hiking.
How long is the flight?
The outbound on American has one stop and takes 5h 34m. It leaves Little Rock at 8:19 AM and lands in Palm Springs at 11:53 AM, so you'll have most of Friday there.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for a pool day, the Aerial Tramway and one bigger outing like Joshua Tree or Indian Canyons. If you want both parks and the spas, it'll feel tight.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, you pay in US dollars, and Palm Springs is 2 hours behind Little Rock.
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